Sunday Spin October 2nd: Novice/Improver/Intermediate levels
Sept 30, 2016 19:40:37 GMT
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Post by helenfrench on Sept 30, 2016 19:40:37 GMT
As our weekend spins return this Sunday, we are trialing three levels of spin which will all go out on Sunday morning from Rathfarnham clubhouse, Main St, Rathfarnham village at 8am.
The three levels are detailed below. If you are unsure of your level, please err on the side of caution and go with a slower group. It is always better to return home feeling strong, rather than suffering through the spin. It also affects the spin for others at that level in the group. If you feel strong by the time you finish- then move up the next time around!! Please post up if you plan on coming out so we can gauge numbers and have leaders for each group.
Our route this week is as follows:
Novice/Improver: Rathfarnham/Tallaght/Rathcoole/Newcastle/Celbridge/Maynooth ( and return same way via Celbridge or back via Leixlip and Phoenix Park (c 60km)
Intermediate: Rathfarnham/Tallaght/Rathcoole/Newcastle/Celbridge/Kilcock/Maynooth/Leixlip/Phoenix Park ( c 80km)
Both routes are quite flat
Cycling etiquette information below.
NOVICE
Average Speed: 20-22km
Distance: 40-60 km
This spin is aimed at those new to Belpark, triathlon and group spins. Spins will start at around 40km-60 km in length and an average speed of 20-22kph. Great fun for those starting out. This group will always be led by an experienced member of the club, and pace will be carefully controlled to suit the ability of those attending and nobody will be left behind. A small amount of cycling experience is required before attending- you must have previously completed at least 1 sixty min spin.
IMPROVER
Average Speed: 22-25km
Distance: 60-80 km
The improver spin aims to assist people stepping up a level from the novice group. The spin will do similar routes to the intermediate spin but at an easier pace. The distance and pace of this group will progress throughout the year.
INTERMEDIATE
Average Speed: 25-26 km+
Distance: 80-100km
This group is for stronger riders who like bit more of a challenge and are comfortable riding in a group, ascending/descending hills and spending 3+ hours on the bike. Typically this group is made up of the advanced women and intermediate men in the club. Some of the athletes on this spin occasionally take the option to turn off earlier to do a shorter route (i.e. 60km-80km, rather than 100km).
Cycling etiquette info from our website is here www.belparktri.ie/spin-leaders-info/
Here is a nice little video on group cycling etiquette. I particularly like the advice on how to spit properly!
Helen
The three levels are detailed below. If you are unsure of your level, please err on the side of caution and go with a slower group. It is always better to return home feeling strong, rather than suffering through the spin. It also affects the spin for others at that level in the group. If you feel strong by the time you finish- then move up the next time around!! Please post up if you plan on coming out so we can gauge numbers and have leaders for each group.
Our route this week is as follows:
Novice/Improver: Rathfarnham/Tallaght/Rathcoole/Newcastle/Celbridge/Maynooth ( and return same way via Celbridge or back via Leixlip and Phoenix Park (c 60km)
Intermediate: Rathfarnham/Tallaght/Rathcoole/Newcastle/Celbridge/Kilcock/Maynooth/Leixlip/Phoenix Park ( c 80km)
Both routes are quite flat
Cycling etiquette information below.
NOVICE
Average Speed: 20-22km
Distance: 40-60 km
This spin is aimed at those new to Belpark, triathlon and group spins. Spins will start at around 40km-60 km in length and an average speed of 20-22kph. Great fun for those starting out. This group will always be led by an experienced member of the club, and pace will be carefully controlled to suit the ability of those attending and nobody will be left behind. A small amount of cycling experience is required before attending- you must have previously completed at least 1 sixty min spin.
IMPROVER
Average Speed: 22-25km
Distance: 60-80 km
The improver spin aims to assist people stepping up a level from the novice group. The spin will do similar routes to the intermediate spin but at an easier pace. The distance and pace of this group will progress throughout the year.
INTERMEDIATE
Average Speed: 25-26 km+
Distance: 80-100km
This group is for stronger riders who like bit more of a challenge and are comfortable riding in a group, ascending/descending hills and spending 3+ hours on the bike. Typically this group is made up of the advanced women and intermediate men in the club. Some of the athletes on this spin occasionally take the option to turn off earlier to do a shorter route (i.e. 60km-80km, rather than 100km).
Cycling etiquette info from our website is here www.belparktri.ie/spin-leaders-info/
Here is a nice little video on group cycling etiquette. I particularly like the advice on how to spit properly!
Helen