WHAT'S BEEN HAPPENING IN THE MONKEY HOUSE?
GORILLA KIT
The Gear Shop Club shop to buy our club kit is now open - it will stay open until mid March to take orders for anyone who wants any kit. There are no new items, but if you missed out first time round, and have seen other members wearing some lovely stuff, now's your chance. On sale are:
SS jersey
LS jersey
Buff
Cap
Gilet
SS base layer
Arm warmers
Please use the link below to access your shop.
[https://shop.gearclub.co.uk/club-shop
Your Club Login Id: 22205
CYCLING STRENGTH WORK SHOP WITH ACHIEVE FUNCTIONAL FITNESS
Led by a qualified physiotherapist, and designed specifically for cyclists of all levels who want to enhance performance and reduce injury risk. In these interactive, hands-on sessions, you’ll learn how to:
• Identify key cycling muscles that drive power, stability, and endurance on the bike
• Understand the biomechanics behind common cycling injuries and how to prevent them
• Perform targeted strength exercises proven to improve pedal efficiency and overall resilience
• Build core and hip strength to enhance posture and control during rides
• Develop a progressive strength routine you can integrate into your weekly training plan.
The workshops blend education and movement — you’ll not only learn why strength matters for cyclists, but how to train smarter. Expect to leave with insight into your body’s strengths and weaknesses, a personalised exercise toolkit, and the confidence to apply it directly to your cycling.Feel free to attend one of both of these sessions as each one will cover slightly different topics and be tailored to the group.
The Two sessions will both take place at Achieve Functional Fitness (Moseley Rugby Club) between 19:30-21:00 and are priced at £15/ person/ session.
1. Wednesday 18th February - https://www.wodboard.com/loca.../97/workshops/14048/82aa82de
2. Wednesday 18th March - https://www.wodboard.com/loc.../97/workshops/14049/a7eed60fI
If anyone has any questions please do not be afraid to reach out. If you would like to attend but are struggling financially, please also reach out and we can see what we can do to help.
GORILLA ZWIFT
Alex Cull is leading our weekly Wednesday evening Zwift session. This week at 6.30pm , you'll be doing 45 minutes around the Watopia Flat route.The band is on , so you'll all stay together. Sign on via the Gorilla Cycling Club section on the Zwift companion app.
THURSDAY RIDES
The rides for Thursday are no live on the website for you to book onto. Remember if you haven't already, you'll need to re-new your membership for 2026 if you wish to access the members area and book onto a ride. This week we have:
Paraic leading a 17-18mph group East
Graeme doing the Winter Loop at 17mph.
Harry heading to the hills at 16-17mph.
Adam leading a a flat 16-17mph group out to Packwood.
And Rob taking the 14-16mph group on a flat 25 miles out to Hockley and Broad Lane.
If you're new to all this, use coupon code Freeride26 , for a weekly free trial .
Also don't forget to book onto our evening with World record breaking endurance cyclist Dr Sarah Ruggins on Tuesday 31st March at the Hare & Hounds - here's the ticket link: [https://www.skiddle.com/e/41981594] . Tickets are selling fast, so don't miss out!
Ride safe, see you Thursday
Bruno