Cycle the Monsal Trail and White Peak Lanes
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A leisurely cycle in the White Peak area of the Peak District.
We will ride a full length of the Monsal Trail, and Bridleways to Rowsley, before returning along quiet lanes through several White Peak Villages including Youlgreave and Monyash. After a cafe visit for refreshments in Monyash we have a choice of either on road or a slightly longer route along a section of the Tissington Trail and Pennine Bridleway.
We are in the Peak District, so we do have a reasonable amount of climbing, however this is generally on the road sections, approximately half the route is off road, but surfaces are generally good.
For this ride, Mountain Bike, Road, Gravel or Hybrid bike is suitable, surfaces are good on the off road sections. The length of the ride maybe a little challenging for Mountain Bikes with knobbly tyres.
Whilst the ascent may appear significant, we have plenty of time to take the climbs slowly and we will ride at the pace of the slowest, wait at the top of climbs, none of the climbs are excessively steep, but should you need to walk, no one we be left behind.
Should you have any questions about the route please message the leader.
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What to bring
Apart from your bike remember the following:.
- Spare inner tube(s), tyre levers and a pump. Also any tools that your bike needs.
- Eye protection - impact from a bee, grit or even a fly at speed is extremely unpleasant, sunglasses may do if not made of glass and not too shaded.
- Clothing: choose suitable clothes and footwear for the weather forecast and time of year. You will be exercising so lightweight layered clothing is best. Shorts are best even in rain, as they allow free movement of your legs. Jeans are useless if it rains but tracksuit bottoms need to be not too baggy or they may snag in the chain and cause an accident. You'll need trainers or similar with grippy soles for standard pedals.
- Cyclist's Helmet: OutdoorLads policy requires you to wear a helmet on events.
- Bag: you will need a small day-pack to carry essential clothing, water and and snacks.
- Food - bring lunch and small snacks such as chocolate bars and energy foods.
- Plenty of water (minimum 2 litres)
Food & drink
Water
Please make sure you bring enough water/drinks for the ride.
Food
Please bring enough snacks/food for the ride.
There will be an opportunity to purchase refreshments at a few locations along the route,