BSC2018 Mountain Biking - Conwy Mountain Epic - Saturday 8:45 Meeting Point D
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At 38k ride and having 1600m of ascent this ride is big hard ride for experienced fit riders.
We will start on the Sychnant Pass, and initially head inland on mountain trails but after the first descent we will start to head towards the coast and if the legs allowing climb Drum (750m) from where descend almost to the sea before another climb and a sweet descent back to the cars (and hopefully an ice cream van.
A big hard day out that will result in big grins!!!
What to bring
Bike: a good mountain bike with a minimum of front suspension.
Helmet: OutdoorLads requires you to wear one
Clothing: lightweight and layered, shorts are great even in rain as they allow free movement of your legs. Avoid jeans, which are uncomfortable when wet, and baggy tracksuit bottoms, which can snag in the chain. Colourful and/or reflective clothing will make you more visible to other road users
Footwear: grippy soles if your bike has standard pedals
Gloves: cycle gloves help avoid blisters, and are good in the cold
Punctures: spare inner tube, bike tyre pump and tyre levers
Tools: any special tools that your bike needs
Small snacks: such as chocolate or energy bars
Plenty of water: in bottle/s on your bike or in a daysack/bladder
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Eye protection: avoid getting grit or insects in your eyes; sunglasses are OK if they are not made of glass and not too shaded
Sun cream: take care, even on overcast days
Bike lights: be seen and safe
Storage: small day-sack or a bag on your bike
Food & drink
There are no shops or Cafe's on this ride,you will need enough food and drink for the whole ride.