RIDE CAPTAINS

Meet our experienced and dedicated Ride Captains. These individuals are the heart of LDN RIDERS, organising regular rides and ensuring that our community of LGBTQ+ cyclists have a safe and enjoyable experience on the road.

Our Ride Captains are all passionate cyclists with a wealth of experience. They’re knowledgeable about the best routes and will guide you through the beautiful landscapes, helping you to achieve your cycling goals, whether you're looking to improve your fitness, take on a new challenge or just have a fun day out.

Our Ride Captains are also dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment, creating a sense of community and camaraderie among members. They are always happy to answer questions, offer advice and help new riders feel comfortable and supported.

Join us on a ride to experience the fun, camaraderie, and support that our Ride Captains provide.

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Peter Magennis

Head of Ride Captains

An infographic explaining four biking tiers: Green, Blue, Yellow, and Red. Green tier is beginner friendly, with speeds of 20-22 km/h, elevation 150-500m, and distance 40-60 km. Blue tier is intermediate, with speeds of 22-24 km/h, elevation 150-1000m, and distance 60-80 km. Yellow tier is advanced, with speeds of 24-26 km/h, elevation 150-1500 m, and distance 80-120 km. Red tier is the ultimate challenge, with speeds of 26+ km/h, elevation 150-1500+m, and distance of 100 km.

LDN RIDERS is an inclusive cycling club, but in order to not leave anyone behind, we categorise our rides into the tiers. When you join, you get placed into the Green Tier. If you wish to move up tiers, please contact hello@ldnriders.com

Our Ride Captains ensure that every week there are rides for all our tiers, with some captains dedicated to the different tiers. Anyone can be a Ride captain, and help shape the dynamic of this club!

Meet our Ride Captains

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A young man wearing a red, white, and black cycling jersey is sitting at an outdoor cafe table, eating a croissant. There are three other croissants on the table in front of him. He is smiling and holding a croissant in one hand. There is a red umbrella and outdoor seating behind him, with a stone building and street in the background.
A woman in cycling gear and a helmet taking a selfie outdoors with trees and flowers in the background.
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A smiling young woman with long, light brown hair and glasses taking a selfie outdoors on a foggy day surrounded by trees and bushes.
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Smiling man wearing white Colombia cycling jersey with yellow, blue, and red stripes, sunglasses on his head, standing outdoors in front of a building with flowers and window shutters.
A man with a beard wearing a white bike helmet and sunglasses taking a selfie outdoors with trees and a building with Union Jack flags in the background.
A man in cycling gear, wearing a white helmet and sunglasses, standing next to a white Specialized bicycle. He is smiling and pointing at a sign that says 'Cooks Hill,' in a grassy outdoor area with trees in the background.
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A man dressed in cycling gear, wearing sunglasses and a neck gaiter, standing indoors against a gray wall.
A man wearing a white cycling helmet and reflective sunglasses, smiling outdoors with trees and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
A man wearing a black and orange cycling jersey with the words 'LDRIDERS' and 'Leigh Day' printed on it, standing outdoors with a wooden fence and plants in the background.
A man wearing a red cycling helmet and a white cycling jersey standing in front of a wall with a mounted bicycle and framed picture.
A man wearing a cycling jersey is sitting at a table drinking from a water bottle, with a box labeled 'Recovery Drink' and other water glasses on the table.
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A man wearing a black bike helmet and a blue cycling jersey standing outdoors near the coastline with a castle on a hill in the background.
Young man with blonde hair smiling outdoors, wearing a black cycling jersey with orange accents and text, standing in a backyard with a wooden fence, green bushes, and trees in the background.
A man with a beard wearing cycling gear including a helmet, sunglasses, and a black jacket, outdoors on a cloudy day with trees and houses in the background.
A cyclist standing with a yellow bike in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, surrounded by tourists and people. The cyclist is wearing a black cycling outfit with orange socks and black shoes, sunglasses, and gloves.
A man wearing a red and black bicycle helmet, large reflective sports sunglasses, and a maroon cycling jersey taking a selfie in front of the Tower Bridge in London, with a crowd of cyclists and spectators behind him.
A smiling young man with short brown hair, wearing a black athletic jacket with purple and orange accents, posing indoors near some greenery and background decor.
A man wearing a bicycle helmet and a cycling jersey stands near a lake with a mountain in the background, smiling at the camera.
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A man with short brown hair and fair skin, wearing a black and purple cycling jersey with orange accents and the text "LDN RIERS" on it, standing indoors against a plain background, smiling with his arms crossed, wearing a black watch.
A man smiling in a cycling helmet and navy blue cycling jacket, taking a selfie at an indoor velodrome with bicycles and another cyclist in the background.