Cambridge Sunday Fondo
A brisk-paced group touring ride of 3.5-4 hours in duration with a mid-ride rest stop. First half is a moderate social ride format with a touring pace workout ride for the second half and a split into two pace groups.
Ride Distance:
Minimum of 70 km with 100+ km routes on alternating weekends, starting in May
Group Format:
1 or 2-up riding for first half, 30 second rotation paceline over last half, re-grouping after hills
Structure:
First Half - Start with a 10 minute warm up at 25 kph pace, then the full group at 26-28 kph pace 15 minute rest stop approximately half-way
Last Half - Split into A and B group to finish last half
Target Average Speed:
A Group: 30+ kph
B Group: 26-28 kph
Pacing Speeds (excluding hills):
A Group: 30-35 kph
B Group: 25-30 kph
Minimum Rider Requirements:
Riders joining this group must be able to maintain a minimum constant pace of 28 kph cruising speed for 70 km