Our Club Rides

Welcome to the heart of the Eastbourne Rovers! Whether you are looking for a long-distance endurance challenge, a social coffee spin, or a mid-week training session, we have a ride for you.

A Note for Guests: We love welcoming new faces! If you aren’t a member yet, you are very welcome to join us for up to three separate occasions to see if the club is right for you. After your third ride, we ask that you officially join the Rovers to continue riding with us.

Stay in the Loop with Spond: To keep our groups organized and safe, all our ride routes, start times, and sign-ups are managed exclusively via the Spond app. Make sure to check Spond before heading out for the latest route files and to RSVP so we know you’re coming!

Sunday Club Rides

The Sunday ride is our central weekly event, focusing on camaraderie and collective effort.

  • Time & Place: We depart at 8:00 am from outside Kontour Cycles in Polegate.
  • The Routes: We typically offer two primary distance options: a long route of approximately 65 miles and a short route of approximately 40 miles for those who need to get home a bit earlier.
  • Pace & Philosophy: We ride in smaller groups to suit different abilities, ensuring a safe and social atmosphere for everyone.
  • Refuel & Connect: Our road and gravel rides always feature a café stop, because the camaraderie off the bike is just as important as the miles on it. 
  • No-Drop Policy: We are committed to inclusivity, and all our Sunday rides follow a strict no-drop policy—no one is ever left behind.

Thursday Social Rides

If you prefer a slower pace and plenty of conversation, our Thursday morning ride is perfect for you.

  • Time & Place: Meet at 9:30 am outside Kontour Cycles, Polegate.
  • The Ride: This is a 40-mile social ride designed for catching up with club mates.
  • Coffee Stop: It wouldn’t be a social ride without a coffee stop, giving everyone plenty of time to chat and refuel.

Tuesday Evening Sessions

Our Tuesday schedule changes with the seasons to ensure we keep the wheels turning year-round.

  • Summer Months (April – October):
    • A 20-mile ride: Starting from Pevensey Services (Starbucks) at 6:00 pm.
    • Safety First: For these popular evening sessions, helmets are compulsory, and we highly recommend using lights.
  • Winter Months:
    • When the nights draw in, we move indoors for a spin session at Hailsham Leisure Centre to keep our fitness sharp until spring.

Monthly Gravel Series

Ready to get off the beaten track? We host a Monthly Gravel Ride on the last Saturday of each month, departing from Old Town, Eastbourne at 8:45 am. These 40-mile, no-drop adventures, designed to explore the best local trails at a reasonable pace, all include a coffee stop. You don’t need a dedicated gravel bike to join in; mountain bikes are more than welcome. 

Ready to ride? Head over to Spond to see what’s happening this week!