Say hello to Ruth

Hello! I’m Ruth, I’m the Events and Social Coordinator for York Rouleurs. That means I’m in charge of our busy Social calendar!

Following a couple of decades running half marathons, and never particularly enjoying them, I was encouraged to start entering olympic and middle distance triathlons. They turned out to be better than the half marathons, but it was the cycling stage that ended up being my favourite part. 

Having to relocate back to York during the pandemic I left behind a fabulous group of training buddies that I didn't think I could replicate elsewhere. I signed up to cycle the Coast to Coast in a Day in 2022 and knew that I needed to train regularly in a group atmosphere. I stumbled over the Rouleurs website on my search for a group to ride with and haven't looked back.

Within months of joining the club, and at that stage my longest ride, was the annual Rotterdam trip. I don't think I stopped smiling the whole 72 hours we were away. The summer of 2023 was filled with similar rides either with the club or on sportives supported by my fellow club members. We have had a blast with more belly laughs than I've had in a long time.

Being on the Committee gives me the chance the chance to plan Club Events and give something back to the Rouleurs. It's always great to get together with other members of the club who go out on different distance and different speed rides. Check the Calendar for all the exciting events coming up - I look forward to meeting you there!

Ruth Harris (she/her)

Social Secretary