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Weather looks like it is going to hold and I doubt the odd shower forecast will effect the trails too much

Route.... usual bits..


Leaving at 10:00am from Bury Rd car park. https://www.google.co.uk/maps/dir/51.635904,0.012584//@51.635456,0.012647,191m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m4!4m3!1m1!4e1!1m0?hl=en

Postcode - E4 7QJ

The car park linked is in two halves... rough part and a tarmac part. Either part is fine as you can see one from the other.

If you're running late and miss the start you may be able to join us at the bacon stop here - https://goo.gl/maps/z3ni5 We usually stop at the cafe next to the Kings Head at about 12:00, although be warned we don't always stop there and the time can vary

We ride for about 4-5 hrs ( maybe a bit longer ) and cover about 20 - 25 miles depending on the route. Pace is moderate with a bacon stop about halfway through

All Welcome.



FAQ.

What do I need to bring?

Apart from you and a bike...
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Some way of dealing with a puncture a spare inner tube in whatever flavour you need is best as it’s quick to change... a repair kit is good to carry but a bit of a faff to use in the middle of a ride. If you’ve got a tube lots of people will help you to change it... pull out some patches and glue and we’ll meet up with you on the next ride . A pump, someone will have one but you should have your own anyway.

A chain quick link to match your chain type for those broken chain moments.

Multi tool and tyre levers, again someone will probably have them but so should you!

Something to drink and a snack.... cereal bar, banana or similar. We stop for bacon but you never know when the munchies will hit.


Is the ride suitable for beginners?

Really the answer is yes and no.... This isn’t a ‘fast’ ride but you do need some sort of basic fitness level ( not much... but some ) . There aren’t any massive descents that need full body armour but there are some ‘interesting’ sections. Nothing that can’t be rolled over. Lots of slippery roots to keep you on your toes though.

We stop at the end of each section for everyone to catch up and get their breath back, although maybe not as much as you would like. We try ( with limited success sometimes ) not to lose anyone.

So...

Just bought a bike and haven’t done any sort of exercise for the past 20 years, this was me a year ago , you’re possibly going to struggle but come along anyway and give it a go. If it’s too much for you or the rest of the group are having to wait too long we can point you at the fire roads and you can enjoy the day at your own pace

Just bought a bike or been riding for a bit and have any level of fitness... yes you’ll be fine.

See you there!

P.s.
As usually, I'm riding there from Alexandra Palace area. I'll go trought Seven Sisters Road, than Springfield Park and than the heading north by the canal. If somebody wants to add some miles to the ride, just give me a shout!

Count me in

Rob

It's a maybe for me
J

Hopefully!

Can only ride sat this week but conditions are 'All time" in the forest right now. Get stuck in while you can!

I'm up for it! See you Sunday

It's a maybe from me

Be there as usual.

Sorry for this morning.
I was unable to write here because the forum didn't allow me in.

Hope you had a great time.

Sorry we lost you I didn't realize we'd dropped you until we'd been through a few turns, we waited a bit but it would of been just luck for you to find us again.



Well despite the drizzle at the start today's ride was loads of fun I can't believe how well the trails are running

Not warm enough for ice cream today but tea and cake before a second go at that downhill run worked just as well

Great ride today after the damp start and a couple of mechanicals

Good fun today gents, legs are sore not looking forward to the morning

Thanks for showing me around guys. Not fitness ready and still slow (sorry if I held up a few you guys on the fast bits). But I thoroughly enjoyed it.
JC

Shame i missed todays ride, went cinema with the family