England : Essex 'SEG's 75' Reliability Ride, Wickford, Essex, 26/2/17

[CTC_SEG]

The SEG's 75 Reliability Ride, which is organised by the South Essex Group (SEG) of Cycling UK (the new name for the Cyclists' Touring Club - CTC - charity), takes place on February 26th 2017. This established 75-mile event, which takes in some beautiful countryside, is considered by many to be the first 'real' Essex cycle ride of the year. It's popular as a 'warm-up' with the local racing community. Starting from the Wickford Café Restaurant, 1-7 The Broadway, Wickford, Essex SS11 7AD, there are 3 start-time options - 8.30am (7-hour ride), 9am (6-hour ride) and 9.30am (5-hour ride). Wickford is easily-accessible from London via the Liverpool Street to Southend Victoria line; nearby car-parking will be available on the day.

In the area that day? Sound like your thing? Go to http://www.essexcycling.co.uk/events/ for more information.

We look forward to seeing some of you!

 

[The Central Scrutinizer]

would the route be signposted,any water/food stops.?Can you pay on the day?

 

[CTC_SEG]

No signposts, but you're given a route sheet to follow. For the tech-minded, a .gpx file does the rounds!
There's a lunch stop at Great Bardfield (approx the half-way mark). There, you're given fruit, biscuits and tea. Anything else is your responsibility (water bottles, packed lunch, etc. for you to consume when convenient).
And you can indeed pay on the day!
Will hopefully see you on the 26th. Feel free to bring friends!

 

[The Central Scrutinizer]

Thanks for the information