A real world mountain bike club
Godiva Trailriders is a real world mountain bike club based in Coventry,
England. The club is aimed at the enthusiast more than the elite.
Now, in 2012, we're in our 8th year and the club is growing in membership and participation. We've over 60 regular riders and have a busy diary.
Coventry, whilst admittedly not exactly the mountain biking centre of the universe, does have some pretty interesting rides. The way we see it, we have to make the most of what we've got and, most importantly, it's supposed to be fun.
The Club has, over the past few years, evolved from "Enthusiastic Newbies" to "Enthusiastic Intermediates" with a few "Shining Stars" who've done us proud at events. Because of this, a reasonable level of fitness and experience is necessary. A typical Wednesday Night Ride is 15 - 20 miles mostly offroad. However, we've all been beginners and know that learning is the hard part. We're happy to welcome keen & enthusiastic riders who're willing to learn and join in.
Our riders mainly come from Coventry, Leamington Spa, Hinckley, Kenilworth, Birmingham, Marston Green and Nuneaton, although we've riders as far afield as Lowestoft.
A thick skin really helps (and it's not just for the nettles and thorns!!), as does the ability to rip the pish out of people and laugh at your own failings!
If you fancy getting out and riding with us, join the forum, check the Rides & Events section, and jump right in. Our usual meeting place is The Shepherd on the Keresley Road, Coventry.
We reckon you may just enjoy it.
"GT annual Day After Boxing Day Ride December 2011"