Events | Queensbury Queens of the Mountain

Summer Sunday Rides 2022/23

Beautiful day for the final Summer Sunday Club Ride on 2nd October. Great to meet up with lots of Queens at Askham Richard Garden Centre cafe. We’ve had one of these each month through the spring and summer. Each being in a different area with different queens leading. One of the aims was to all…

Are you ready for The Bronte Sportive 2022!

This year Queensbury Queens have joined forces with Manorlands for the Bronte Sportive. There has been a surge of woman who are taking part this year. For 2022, there will be six Bronte themed routes to suit all abilities: The Heathcliff, at 92.7 miles, is by no means one of the longest sportives, but is recognised…

What are you afraid of?

A couple of months ago I sat idly dreaming of taking my bike on a long distance adventure. The voice in my head was wittering: ‘But I’ve gained weight’…’but think about all the fitness you’ve lost’…’but…but…but’. Eventually I booked my Youth Hostel in Ambleside, and made plans to ride the 90 hilly miles there and…

Altogether August 2022

Our objective has always been to encourage women to cycle. We don’t discriminate on age, size, colour, ethnicity, background, nationality or race. This month we want to reach out to more women than ever and make sure that all our existing members feel included and listened to. The poster outlines the weekly focus and I…

Queens welcome female Cyclists to try out the Worlds Route 2019

The Queensbury Queens of the Mountain Cycling Club is delighted to announce “Queens Ride the World Champs” event on Sunday 8th September. These rides are open to all female cyclists; not just Queensbury Queens. Come along and enjoy the fun! See the poster below for details. Links to the Strava routes are at the foot…

Yorkshire Lass Sportive 2018

Scores of Queens went to the infamous Yorkshire Lass Sportive this year. Several took part in the 30 mile route, and many opting for the more challenging 60 and 100 mile routes. Many Queens camped at the venue and enjoyed a fantastic weekend, including a pasta party and a motivational speaker. Thanks Yorkshire Lasses –…