The club was formed in July 1928 with its first ride starting from the The Blackbirds public house in the middle of Hertford. We are one of the oldest established cycling clubs in Hertfordshire. The club has always combined leisure riding with competitive riding. Today our most popular activities are our Sunday club runs. Usually there are 4 or 5 of these each Sunday at various speeds and distances.
Members take part in audax and sportive rides throughout the country, either individually or with other members. Most years groups of members organise trips abroad. Recent trips have included tours of Normandy and a week in the Mont Ventoux region.
Membership
We always welcome new members! If you are considering joining us then you would be welcome to join us on a club run. Please fill in our enquiry form and we will get in touch with you either by email or by phone.
Please note that members must be 18 or over.
Annual Fees
| Adult membership (over 18) including 2nd claim | £20.00 |
| Joint membership (Two members living in the same household) | £30.00 |
| Age concession (18 to 21 or over 60) | £12.50 |
| Full-time student membership (22 to 59) | £12.50 |
It is always open to any member entitled to the £12.50 rate to pay the full Adult rate of £20.00 as a donation to the Club. Membership fees are due on 1st January each year. Subscriptions for new members joining after after 31st August will cover the period to 31st December of the following year.
Club kit
Our club cycling clothing reflects our traditional colours of light blue, dark blue and gold. The current design was introduced to celebrate our 90th anniversary in 2018.
Communication
- Weekly email: when you join the club you will be invited to join an email group so that you can receive weekly emails.
- Pumble: we use Pumble for announcements and discussions.
- Mudguardian: our annual magazine which is usually published in time for the Christmas Dinner.
- Handbook: published annually it contains a wealth of detail on Club Rules, Contacts, Racing records etc.
Privacy
The club keeps information about members and prospective members. Please read our privacy policy.