In the Spring and Summer we plan weekend cycling trips away or a few days warm weather training. All abilities are welcome! Previous trips have included day trips to the Isle of Wight and Purbeck, tackling the Classics of Gent-Wevelgem and Flanders, UK sportives including RideLondon and the Dragon Ride, and training camps to Mallorca and Girona. All members are encouraged to suggest destinations and be involved in the planning and organising.
On 7th September we'll be taking a trip to the New Forest for a joint road and gravel day out, sampling some new roads and perhaps seeing some of the fabled New Forest ponies!
The New Forest National Park is known not only for great road riding but also for its some amazing gravel routes. Members can choose to ride either road routes or gravel, with a variety of routes available to suit all abilities.
Forge London CC is heading to Mallorca in May 2025 to enjoy a few days cycling in this little bit of cycling heaven.
From 14th – 18th May 2025 expect testing climbs, technical descents, and spectacular views alongside some great company.
Every year there will be an opportunity for Forge riders to be part of a group tackling one or more of the classic European sportives. If you prefer something closer to home, there will be other members ready to tackle a UK event.
A testing Spring Classic is always on the cards for Forge London CC, and next year we're heading off to the hilly part of the Netherlands to take part in the Amstel Gold.
On 19th April 2025 a group of brave souls will take on the challenge across a variety of distances, with a chance to see the pros whizz by on the Sunday.
A number of Forge members participate in road racing, closed-circuit racing, and time trials. We have quite a few triathletes, some of whom are competing at national and international level. Forge London is both affiliated to British Cycling and the Cycle Time Trials Organisation (CTT) enabling Forge riders to compete in races and time trials within the UK.
Our Thursday evening rides are a great way to sharpen your race skills, speed and fitness.
Social Events
Forge is a sociable and friendly club. After the Thursday evening and Sunday club rides, lots of members re-group in a local pub for post ride drinks and an informal ride debrief.
In addition to the weekly socialising, we aim to organise ad-hoc social events on and off the bike to help club members get to know one another.