LDN RIDERS TURNS TWO
LDN RIDERS Celebrates Its Second Anniversary and Honours Our Exceptional Community
We celebrated our second anniversary in style by hosting our annual awards to commemorate the club's remarkable achievements and inspiring community.
Huge thanks to our awards sponsors Kalas, Erstwhile, Herne Hill Velodrome, Café Direct, Fettle and ORS Hydration, plus Steed Bikes for donating a bike that helped raise over £500 for charity!
Our worthy awards winners on the night were…
BEST DRESSED: Stephen M
BEST CHAT: Ben S
MOST ACCIDENT PRONE: Rob T
MOST IMPROVED: Sean M
PARENTAL FIGURE: Josh C
STAMINIA AWARD: Alex C
RIDE CAPTAIN OF THE YEAR: Mark S
FOUNDER’S AWARD: Luke S
Special recognition goes to our club sponsor, Leigh Day, whose support has paved the way for numerous accomplishments including:
1. Elevating Safety: LDN RIDERS has improved safety by facilitating the training of 8 Ride Captains through Levels 1 and 2 British Cycling Leadership programmes.
2. Embracing Diversity: The club has taken significant strides towards inclusivity by organising rides specifically tailored for female, trans, and non-binary cyclists. LDN RIDERS is committed to ensuring that cycling is a welcoming and safe space for all members of the LGBTQ+ community.
3. Amplifying Awareness: The club has successfully raised awareness for both itself and its charity partner, Not A Phase, through impactful initiatives such as the Pride Month film 'Shifting Gears' and active participation in London Pride.
The Pride Month campaign, in particular, was a monumental success, raising thousands of pounds for Not A Phase's MISFITS programme, which creates safe fitness spaces for the trans community.
But LDN RIDERS is’nt resting on its laurels; in fact, it's only gaining momentum:
Membership Growth: The club's membership has seen consistent growth, with 22 new members joining in August alone. With over 400 members and a thriving online community, LDN RIDERS continues to attract cyclists and allies from all walks of life.
Ride Revolution: The dedicated Ride Captains have been the driving force behind more than 280 organised rides since January, surpassing last year's total by a staggering 100 rides. Members are not only cycling more frequently but also covering greater distances and pushing their limits.
Building Connections: Beyond the pedals, LDN RIDERS has become a haven for forging lifelong friendships. The club's commitment to creating a supportive community extends to organising workouts with fellow LGBTQ+ sports clubs, hosting social events, and planning cycling adventures abroad.
These accomplishments wouldn't have been possible without the dedication and passion of:
Our incredible Volunteer Committee.
Our tireless Ride Captains.
Our adventurous members who cycled from London to Paris and those who conquered a lap of Greater London for charity.
Lawrence, whose orchestration of two unforgettable cycling trips to Mallorca enriched our close bonds.
And, above all, our extraordinary community of LGBTQ+ cyclists and allies who have made LDN RIDERS what it is today.
