Rapha & L2B Hove Loop Training Ride 7 (40 miles)

40 mile double loop circular route from Hove to Ditchling Beacon (we go UP the steep side!), Preston Park,  Poynings, Upper Beeding and Shoreham, cooling down on the final stretch along the seafront cycle path. This is the last in a series of training rides for women who have entered distance cycling events or challenges this year (Cycletta, Rapha Womens 100, Land's End to John O'Groats). The series of 7 rides gradually increase ride distance, improving your strength and stamina so that you reach your challenge ride with a confident smile. You don't have to be aiming for a challenge ride to join us on this ride, but be warned that you might find yourself surrounded by conversation about goody bags, feed stations, and marshals! You also don't have to register for all rides in the series, but there's likely to be a core group of women who do. Road bikes recommended, though any roadworthy bike welcome. Please bring spare inner tube for your bike, layers of clothing to regulate your temperature, water and a snack. You might also want some money for a drink in Hove Park cafe, Upper Beeding or Shoreham. Here's a map and elevation graph of the route:http://connect.garmin.com/course/3105337 Like us on facebook and find out more Sussex rides as well as cycling tips and hints: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Breeze-Network-Sussex-South-Downs/110526255738117