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@cliveo
This is a commendable motivation. May I suggest that you look out for any runs into the Kent or Surrey countryside organised on here and when you are assured that the ride is relatively flat and will be at a gentle pace and suitable for fixed wheels, go along. You can be sure that the average speed will challenge even the geared riders and the hills will make you want to vomit, both going up and coming down. If you are more sensible that me you will, of course, realise that riding to a hill climb will involve climbing a few hills. English roads do not by-pass hills but go up them. You will at least be prepared to be challenged. If you can keep up and not surrender to the allure of a homeward train, you will also impress others but most of all yourself.