SCC Hill Climb
SCC HILL CLIMB – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 Stonehaven Cycling Club invite (& encourage) you to take part in the 2026 hill climb. The event will be held on the AWCC hill climb route, Cryne Corse Road, just off the Slug Road in the shadow of the Durris mast, nr Mongour summit. Plenty time to put some specific power session into your training for this event OR plenty time to conjure up a convincing reason not to take part but attend to encourage your fellow riders up the hill! Combine it with your Wednesday training ride to see who really is fastest up the hills. A Spond event has been set-up for this event, please add you name if you plan to attend, also helps make arrangements for the number of riders expected as well as snacks and refreshments. This is open to CLUB MEMBERS ONLY. Closing date Monday 31st August @ 1800. We are also looking for some volunteers to help. LOCATION North Durris Climb (Cryne Corse Rd) Co-ordinates - 57.013901, -2.395054 What3words //desks.sinkhole.bloomers COURSE (Expect the first rider away at 18:30) https://www.strava.com/segments/21415028 Plenty parking at the bottom of the route, although the cycle out and back would be a perfect warm-up and cool down (and do your bit for the environment). If you have not yet registered for the SCC group on the Spond App, just click on this link: https://group.spond.com/KBWWM then once your registration request has been approved, you should see the ride details in the App.
Turbo Training
SCC Turbo Training starts on the 29th September '26. The structured Tuesday and Thursday sessions have been revamped by Kevin from Total Endurance. The sessions are a group event run over Zoom and start at 1830 prompt. A ZWO file is available for each session and this is uploaded to your chosen cycling software - zwift, fulgaz etc. There is a cost of £20 which will go directly to Scottish Air Ambulance, SCC's chosen charity of the year. Further info from membership@stonehaven.bike. This event is open to SCC members only.
Gravel Master Class
We are delighted to be hosting a Gravel Coaching session run by Keith Stocker. There will be 2 sessions and the cost is £25. SCC Members only. Further info from membership@stonehaven.bike
Winter Yoga and Pilates
We are offering SCC members yoga and or pilates sessions this winter. Great for improving your flexibility and core strength. Sessions are available by the block and more information is available from membership@stonehaven.bike
An evening with Markus Stitz
Markus Stitz, round-the-world cyclist, filmmaker, author and founder of Bikepacking Scotland. In 2016, Markus became the first person to cycle around the world on a single-speed bike, covering more than 34,000 km across 26 countries. Since then, he has inspired cyclists across the UK through his books, films, route development and engaging talks about adventure, endurance and exploring by bike. Join us for an inspiring evening of stories, stunning photography and practical insights from one of Scotland’s most influential voices in cycling and bikepacking. Whether you're an experienced rider or simply dreaming of your next adventure, or thinking about testing yourself with a day or multi day Bikepacking trio, Markus’s talk promises to entertain and motivate. Email: membership@stonehaven.bike to secure your spot. Cost £5 - this will go to the SCC charity: Scottish Air Ambulance
SCC Weekend Away
Mar Lodge Bunkhouse for Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th October. I will be working Friday so will drive up after work. As such I can organise to collect and transport luggage. The cost will be £64 per person. Please follow the link to see more information about the bunkhouse https://www.nts.org.uk/holiday-accommodation/bunkhouses/mar-lodge Road and gravel routes will be planned for the weekend. Catering arrangements will be confirmed at a later date, (but will possibly be breakfast/ lunch - bring your own food and dinner both nights will be catered, with costs split and everyone will be expected to help). Spaces will be on a first come first served basis. Please email myself at Treasurer@stonehaven.bike to let me know that you would like a place and transfer £64 to Stonehaven Cycling Club, Sort Code 87-34-35, Account Number 72336168. Please use your name and Braemar as your reference ie.J Gill Braemar.