What do you get from membership?

• Regular club trips with other members
• Cycling weekends away in the UK
• The chance to race competitively as part of a team/club
• Lift sharing to races and other events
• 10% discount : Battery Cycle Works (Prince Rock, Plymouth)
• Hours of cycling fun with some really friendly people

Am I good enough to join?
Joining a cycling club isn't a competition. If you want to test yourself, join us and start with a few beginners races. Otherwise, don't worry about what level you are at, enthusiasm is the most important thing. The majority of our members don't race, they want to do the Sunday club runs, meet other like-minded people and just talk cycling.

Do I have to be a member to come along for the Sunday Club Run?
We welcome all potential new members, so please feel free to come along and as it's a good way to find out more about the Plymouth Corinthian Cycling Club.

What sort of distance and pace can I expect on your Sunday club rides?
The distance varies according to the weather and what people feel like doing but 40-50 miles is normal whilst the pace is usually a steady 16-18mph. It's a sporting ride but we're not out for an unofficial race every Sunday: the pace is steady. If you think you're good, join us and take out a racing licence to do some of the local races instead of making the club run into a burn-up. When you come along, introduce yourself to some club members and explain that this is your first ride with the club so we can make sure you don't get dropped or too tired. If you can handle a 40 mile ride, you'll be fine. Remember that riding with others is a lot easier than riding by yourself.

I don't want to race, what can your club offer?
Bored of riding alone? We're a social club, not a professional cycling team. Our regular Sunday rides are popular amongst all members and we have a lot of other activities.

I want to race, what can your club offer?
A lot of members race in all sorts of different events, from road racing to time trials to cyclo-cross. We're a friendly club so you should find yourself on the starting line with some allies alongside you - you won't 'meet' your clubmates for the first time as they barge past you for the finish line.

Do I have to have a racing bike and all the kit?
No. Enthusiasm for cycling is the most important thing. Some members do have flashy bikes but the truth is they don't help you ride that much faster. That said, you'd need talent to do the club run on a shopper bike. For the club run, a road bike is preferable although a mountain bike with slick tyres should be ok too. We recommend you ride with a helmet and bring a spare inner tube in case of a puncture.

What's the age range of members?
We have members from 18 to over 70.

What makes you different from other clubs?
That's probably more for you to find out, try talking to other clubs. But we like to think we're a club that offers a lot, we're a friendly lot with a good Sunday ride. You'll find we meet socially too, we're not an internet-based club. If you want to race, we've got some talented riders who are down to earth and keen to pass on their knowledge and you'll find a team spirit's that's second to none.

Membership Fees:

Senior / Veteran / Lady - £15

Junior / Juvenile - £7.50

(Please make cheques payable to the Plymouth Corinthian Cycling Club)

Please send membership to the Treasurer:

Ian Scott

If you would like a membership form please email me: cyclingrob@hotmail.co.uk