by Chris Goddard | May 17, 2021 | LiveUpdates
As of Monday 24th May, as part of the Summer schedule the club is to resume the Monday Beginners/Recovery ride. This club ride is aimed at anyone new to road cycling who is interested in trying out group riding. If you are comfortable riding on your road bike and want to try a group ride the club would love you to come along. Riders will need to be self-sufficient with food and water, roadside puncture repair and wear a helmet. This ride is open to cyclists out-with the club and are welcome to try out the club ride a couple of times before deciding whether they wish to join the club. The ride can also be used for anyone who wishes to have a recovery ride. The Monday evening rides will cover a distance of between 20 to 30 miles and no one will be left behind on the ride. Riders are to meet at Bishops Road Car Park with the ride commencing at 1830hrs sharp. To help the groups to be organised prior to the club ride taking place, it’s appreciated by the organisers that registration is done by 1800hrs on the Sunday prior to the ride. It’s the same web-link to register as per all other Summer club rides. Just be sure to include the correct date when filling in the details:...
by Chris Goddard | May 4, 2021 | LiveUpdates
From Thursday 6th May, Chain Gang is back as a trial for 4 weeks. If the trial is successful, then this will continue during the summer. Due to the current COVID restrictions, to ensure social distancing can be maintained whilst congregating at the start, the meeting point is to be UHI Campus Car Park (Post Code IV2 5NA) at 1800hrs sharp. Organisers will then inform riders of which group to ride in. Groups will then ride at a steady pace, as per the normal staggered starts up to the normal Chain Gang start at Culloden Battlefield, from which the Chain Gang will start. The normal course will then be ridden. To help the groups to be organised prior to the Chain Gang taking place, it’s appreciated by the organisers registration is done by 1800hrs on the Wednesday prior to the...
by Chris Goddard | Apr 27, 2021 | LiveUpdates
Starting on Sunday 2nd of May the club is organising a women’s only ride for anyone who fancies giving club riding a go to come and try. If you are comfortable riding 30 miles on your road bike and want to try a group ride (need to be female obviously!) the club would love you to come along. Riders will need to be self-sufficient with food and water, roadside puncture repair and wear a helmet. This ride is also open to women out with the club. If you have any questions, just get in touch on social media or email info@mfcc.org.uk Given that this is a new club ride, it is initially planned for Sunday 2nd May and 16th May. Riders will be limited to a maximum of 18 (two groups of 9 riders) at first so be quick! If there is sufficient interest in these club rides, then it is envisaged for these rides will take place twice a month through the summer and the maximum number of riders increased. Again, all riders need to register prior to the club ride taking place. To help the groups to be organised prior to the club ride taking place, it’s appreciated by the organisers registration is done by 1800hrs on the Saturday prior to the ride. It’s the same web-link to register. Just be sure to include the correct date when filling in the details:...
by Chris Goddard | Dec 22, 2020 | LiveUpdates
In light of the Scottish Government’s most recent announcement of moving into Level 4 from Boxing Day, MFCC are proposing 4 weekly rides to be introduced from Tuesday 28th December. These will be reviewed weekly depending on response. According to guidelines from Scottish Cycling, group and led rides can take place with up to 7 people from unlimited households. As previously the track and trace registration form MUST be adhered to, along with face coverings & social distancing for meeting up. As a club, we are conscious of the physical benefits of cycling but more importantly during these uncertain times, the importance of meeting others outside for mental well-being. Many will be on their own during lockdown and this is a chance to not be. The following club rides are planned : Saturday 26th December (Boxing Day pudding burner!) – Road Ride. Start time 0900 Hrs. Ride time 2 hours approx. Sunday 27th December – Gravel Ride. Start time 0800 Hrs. Ride time 3 hours approx. Tuesday 29th December – Road Ride. Start time 0900 Hrs. Ride time 2 hours approx. Thursday 31st December – Gravel Ride. Start time 0800 Hrs. Ride time 2 hours approx. Saturday 2nd January Road Ride – Start time 0900 Hrs. Ride time 2 hours approx.. Sunday 3rd January Gravel Ride – Start time 0800 Hrs. Ride time 3 hours. All the planned rides are weather permitting (in particular road rides) and those registered will be contacted the night before if there are changes. If you are to join one of the rides please complete register details using the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScoW6lSS8xB2PaDYdxKIp96X9xRXabuE4F9HpmeQYHeQ43tsg/viewform?usp=sf_link Wishing you a peaceful,...
by Chris Goddard | Dec 14, 2020 | LiveUpdates
December 20th is the last MFCC Sunday Ride before Christmas so, it is all about fun!! This involves a 60 minute challenge in pairs at Moy Windfarm, gravel or mountain bikes are advised. Meeting point is 08.00 hrs at Rollerbowl, Culduthel Road (wearing face coverings please) or 08.45 hrs at Moy Windfarm for those not wishing to cycle out. If you want to take any spare clothes, food, etc. with you then Graham Whyte will be at the Rollerbowl to collect any items and then transport in his van to Moy. All registrations need to be completed by Saturday 18.00 hrs using the following web-link https://t.co/LtSC2O60cE MFCC Winter Club Ride RegistrationWeekly Club rides are on Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday. Check www.mfcc.org.uk, club Facebook page or Twitter account for further details.t.co For any questions, please contact Graham Whyte – email whyte590@btinternet.com or Facebook message. Hot drinks and mince pies will be ready at the end of the challenge, even a beer for the needy……. Look forward to seeing you...