If you are wanting to come riding with Redhill CC and this will be your first time, then you may have a few questions that you would like answering. The most popular questions are listed below.

Q How long has the club been around for?
A The Club was established in 1945 - since then, we have seen members go on to professional cycling careers on the Continent, representing Britain in the Olympic Games and even ride in the Tour De France (Bernard Pusey). For a much more concise and detailed history of the Club, please visit the Redhill CC Historical website back to top

Q How old do I have to be?
A We have wide range of riders in our club from 10 years old to riders who are in their 70's. Although their is no set age minimum or limit, we would recommend members to be from 10 years old upwards! back to top

Q What are the advantages of becoming a member of Redhill CC?
A There are many advantages of becoming a member of Redhill CC, no matter what discipline you prefer. If off-road riding is your thing, then you don't have to pay the small fee every week that covers insurance. You can take part in road-racing, time-trialling and other cycle events. Also, you can enjoy the regular social events. As a member of Redhill CC, you are entitled to discount in certain shops and organisations. For example at the moment, you are entitled to up to a 15% discount in C&N Cycles in Redhill and 10% in Finch Cycles in Reigate when you show staff your membership card. Also if you are wanting to organize a group holiday abroad, Fernando Carvalho Training Tours Portugal, will ensure you get a discount when booking with their company.
To see what companies offer Redhill CC members discount on presentation of your membership card, please visit the Links Page where there will be more details. More offers from other shops are sure to be available soon....... back to top

Q Do I have to have previous cycling experience?
A As long as you can ride a bike and are confident about occasionally riding on roads, then you should have no problems! back to top

Q Who can I talk to?
A The Contact Us page contains all the necessary details of each club officer. Alternatively, why not come along to one of our Social Events, Club Rides or Off-Road Rides that we organise and see for yourself what a friendly bunch of people we are! back to top

Q If I'm thinking about joining, can I join the club on a ride or two to see if I "fit in"?
A We are always delighted to see new faces on our rides and in our events. Take a look at the Club Rides or Off-Road Rides pages; these will give you all the information you will need. back to top

Q The off-road rides you organise - at what pace does everybody go at and how far do you normally ride?
A Generally, we all ride at a comfortable pace - roughly 10mph average, give or take a bit. The typical distance we cover is around 15-25 miles. If that feels a bit much, when you are with friendly company miles fly by! To find out more about the off-road rides we organise, go to the Off-Road Rides page. back to top

Q What if I don't want to take part in racing?
A We organise both weekend (social) rides and also racing events. However, you are under no obligation to take part in any racing if you don't want to - it's entirely up to you! back to top

Q I've heard you have a newsletter?
A Yes we do. You can find the latest newsletter on the Latest Info and News page. back to top

Q How do I join Redhill CC?
A All the details of how to become a member of Redhill Cycling Club can be found on the How To Join page. We do encourage people to join Redhill CC as their membership covers appropriate insurance costs and other advantages (discount at participating cycle shops, etc). back to top