Rolling News

May 29, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes

The peak of the heat may be behind us, but the riding is still very much ahead.

This week, we’ve got a new Ashdown Forest route for the Forge Ride, the start of the Evening 10 series, details of the 2026 points competition, results from the Circuit of Laughton, and two ride-of-the-week efforts that suggest some members have completely lost their marbles.

Read on for all this and the usual nonsense.

🚴 Forge Ride - Saturday 30 May

We’re introducing a new route this week - the Ashdown Roller - featuring three of the best climbs the Ashdown Forest has to offer, and some decent descents, too. Faster-paced/training ride. Approx 50 km

  • Roll out: 9:15 am

  • Duration: Approx. 3 hours, including the coffee stop.

  • Start Location: Hartfields, Uckfield

  • Pre-ride pick-up: The Forge, Ringmer 8:25 am

  • Dress Code: Club kit expected

☕️ Saturday Social - Saturday 30 May

If you prefer fewer lumps in your weekend loop, Paget will lead a Z2-paced ride from the Forge to Marshmallow Cow, Ditchling (other menu choices are available).

  • Roll out: 9:00 am

  • Duration: Approx. 3 hours, including the coffee stop.

  • Start Location: The Forge, Ringmer

  • Dress Code: Club kit expected

☕️ Sunday Social - Sunday 31 May

Darren will be leading Sunday Socialites to the Club House Café at Weir Wood Reservoir - described as “a great place to pause and enjoy the surroundings” (or get your breath back if you’ve arrived by bike).

  • Roll out: 8:30 am

  • Duration: Approx. 4 hours, including the coffee stop.

  • Start Location: Boots, Uckfield (with pick up from Forge, Ringmer 9:00 am)

  • Dress Code: Club kit expected

🏁 Evening 10 - Monday 1 June

We kick off our Evening 10 Series on Monday on the Ringmer circuit. Join in for fun, or to collect points for our new points competition (details below).

  • First rider off: 7:30 pm

  • Course: G10/88 (Ringmer)

  • HQ: East Hoathly Village Hall, BN8 6EQ, from 6:45 pm

Tuesday Evening Chain Gangs are now on hold until the Evening 10 Series has finished.

🏁 Circuit of Laughton

A glorious evening, a full field and a lively Roebuck Inn afterwards made the Circuit of Laughton feel exactly like club time trialling should be.

Congratulations to Mark Edwards (Eastbourne Rovers) on his overall win on a TT bike in a time of 28:31. Winner of the road bike category was first-timer Calum Elms in 29:36. Not a bad way to introduce yourself!

First in the female category was Olivia Webb (also of Eastbourne Rovers) in a time of 33:18.

Just as important, though, were the riders who pinned a number on and gave it a go, several for the first time. This is the real reason we run our club TTs 👏.

The post-race debrief continued at the Roebuck well into the late evening, where times were compared, excuses offered, and bike nonsense debated over cold beers… until most remembered they still had to ride home.

You’ll find all the times and positions here.

Name that drinker

Alex Steer

Calum Elms

🏁 Evening 10 series

Yes, it’s that time of year again.

Every Monday evening from 1 June to 20 July, we’ll be running our Evening “10” TTs.

We’ll start on the Ringmer course (G10/88) for four weeks, then switch to the Boship course (G10/87) for the remaining four.

To keep things interesting, we’re including two 2-up events this year: one on 22 June (Ringmer) and the other on 20 July (Boship). Ride with the same partner twice, or mix it up.

Signing up in advance

Given the number and frequency of these events, we need to know that we have enough riders each week to put the event on. If we don’t have five or more, the race will be cancelled.

For this reason, it’s not only helpful but important that you sign up in advance to signal your intention to ride. You will also be kept up to date with late decisions affecting the event, e.g. roadworks.

Payment can be deferred until the evening if you prefer.

🏆 Points Competition

New for 2026, we’ve refreshed and simplified the points competition to add a little extra spice to the season.

There are two competitions: the Evening 10 Series and an Overall TT Competition covering the 10s, Danehill, Laughton, Chailey and the Hill Climb.

The format is simple: points for starting, finishing and placing in the top five, so both regular riding and strong performances count. The best five results decide the standings.

Full details are on the website — get involved and start banking points.

👏 Rides of the Week

The trend for long rides is possibly getting out of hand!

Nick Miles (miles by name, kilometres by nature) kicked things off on 23 May with 299.3 km of mainly off-road in the Aethelred x MASON gravel Ultra.

Not to be outdone, Adam Goward hopped on his machine at 11:00 on Sunday, 24 May and finally parked it 27 hours later, following his 400 km DIY Audax around the South Downs National Park.

Seriously guys 😮

We hope to bring you more details of these rides next week.

🩳 Shorts

👕 Anniversary Jerseys

Recent orders have gone into production and should be available for collection around 6-8 July.

We’ll keep you updated.

🚑 Physio Treatment

Nick Miles is offering LWCC members a 10% discount on all physiotherapy treatments at his clinic in Lewes. 

Get in touch with Nick on 07759 616398 to book an appointment.

For more details, visit bodyandearth.co.uk 

🏠 Villa Availability

Fancy a quick trip to Denia, Spain?

Maddy and Richard have availability in their villa during June and are offering it to LWCC members for only £850 per week.

With three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a pool, it’s ideal for a family or small group holiday.

Contact Maddy or Richard via WhatsApp if you’re interested.

(PS. Believe us, it’s fabulous.)

😂 Wanderers’ World

‘Til next time,

The Wandering Crew