KZero Group Rides
Notices from the KZero Group
Each K Group has its own WhatsApp Group. Members of K20 Cycling Club may choose to join the respective WhatsApp Group(s) for whichever K Group(s) they ride with. The WhatsApp Groups are the main 'day to day' communications for each K Group. They are closed WhatsApp Groups for Club Members only.
From time to time the Group Coordinator will post special notices in this section for the benefit of Group Members and the general public.
If you are not a member and would like more information about KZero Group Rides, please contact the Rides Captain HERE
Updated: 30/03/2023
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*K20 Special* - International Travel (Majorca) - (March, 2022)
Recently K20 has taken up the move to carry out a yearly trip to Majorca during the month of March. 11 riders both from K20 and beyond, enjoyed a series of ardeous and beautiful climbs in Majorca, including the famous Sa Calobra.
The trip was fully organised by a rider within the group. Justin. Rounding the troops - to produce what appeared to be a absolutely sensational trip. This encapsulates everything K20.
Etiquette
How we ride?
Here in KZero we have a no drop policy - Riders may attack a climb or section but we will wait at a junction.
Every rider has a day when they burn out.
Our aim at KZero is to ensure a strong bond between all riders that support each other to have a good time, we will ride some sections fast, ensuring potholes are spotted... but some sections will be VERY fast (safety dependent).
Here is some simple guidance to follow:
Communicate throughout the group - If someones dropping, say it.
Roll off the front - Don't ride off into the sunset. It helps no one.
Call out holes - obviously. Use hand signals (Refer to the hand signal policy in K20 website).
It's a group ride.
Be supportive.
Split groups - in case of larger groups, sometimes we will split.
If you are not adhereing to this, you will be told.
Welcome to KZero
KZero Saturday Rides
KZero Saturday Rides
The group has continued to grow during the year and now has 14 riders with a regular attendance of 8-10 riders. We welcome new members and look to encourage riders coming up through the groups. Most rides feature a cafe stop just over half way. Cafe stops are important to the group and are very sociable. There is always time for a second cappucino...
Our rides average between 18mph to 21+mph (It has been known to hit 22mph!) - typically around 50 to 70 miles. (Hillier routes will be between 50-55 miles - Flatter routes between 50-75 miles).
Key information: Our group rides start from Scarab at Pattenden Lane at 8.30am on a Saturday morning (9am in the winter). START TIME IS NOW 9AM FOR THE WINTER SEASON.
Rides can be determinded by extreme weather (Snow and Ice), please email or message to find out more if weather is icey.
Rider Rota
21/09 - Alex
28/09 - Tony
05/10 - Alan
12/10 - Stu
19/10 - Rich
26/10 - Toby
02/11 - Paul H
09/11 - Tom P
16/11 - Alex
23/11 - Anthony
30/11 - Alan
07/12 - Neal
14/12- Rich
21/12 (Christmas Period -Festive Ride) - Toby
28/12 (New Years Ride) - Rauiri
KZero/K1 Wednesday Evening Rides
Wednesday evening rides - A new venture. This will mix between all groups within the K20CC community.
K1/K2 riders have introducted a midweek ride after work hours. (Usually 6:30pm to 8pm). Pace between 19.5mph to 21+mph.
These rides will begin in May through summer solstice into September. Distance: 25 to 30 miles.
Starting 2024: As part of the training regime of some rides, these sessions have a drop policy (If you lose the wheel, you will be swept up by the 2nd group).
It is required that you carry atleast a rear light.
Ride Route Rota Wednesdays (MAY to SEPT) -
Routes on circulation:
Week 1 A Tad Hillier Wed. | 27.5 mi Cycling Route on Strava
Week 2 Flat Wed | 29.0 mi Cycling Route on Strava
Week 3 08/08 Midweek Evening K2 Spin - A bike ride in Maidstone, England (ridewithgps.com)
Mid week 01
Credit: Nathan
Mid week 02
Credit: Dean
Photos of the year
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Coffee, Caffè, Café
Some of our favourite places to meet, greet and cycle too - but of course, not limited too.
The Lobster Shack - Hythe
Foodies - Headcorn
Kingdom - Tonbridge
The Coach House - New Romney
Multiple cafes in Rye
The Blue Cafe
Bubble - Whitestable
KZero Virtual Rides
KZero Virtual Rides
Everything explained in the title. If you're held up by heavy rain, snow or ice. The K20 community hosts Zwift rides for its members. Simply become a member, join a chat group and a key member of the club, Nathan, will organise a variety of virtual treats. Theres typically run on an ADHOC basis and are seasonal.
Key weekly days included during winter months:
Tuesdays - usually 6:30/7:30pm starts (this may be gentle or maybe races!).
Wednesdays - usually 6:30/7:30pm starts (based around recovery).
Thursdays - usually 6:30/7:30pm starts (a harder pace!).
