Haldon Forest Exeter - MTB Spicers and Kidden Trails
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Come and explore the way-marked trails in 3,500 acres of woodland just fifteen minutes from Exeter.
We will explore three trails starting with the Spicers Trail (2.3 miles), Ridge Ride Trail (6 miles) and the Kiddens Trail (4 miles). These are graded moderate and difficult.
All trails start from the central area where we can re-group, refuel, share riding techniques and compare bikes.
The forest includes a Skills Area and pump track for the more adventurous riders as well as a 0.6 mile Ridge Ride Extreme trail for the advanced riders which is a short 0.6 miles and graded Severe.
There is something for every rider at Haldon Forest.
Novice Mountain Bikers are welcome to join us on the Blue trails as they are great for starting out.
IMPORTANT! - Participation Statement
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What to bring
Hand sanitiser and a face covering: whilst we are living with Covid-19, please bring your own to events to help keep everyone safe
Bike: a mountain bike or hybrid (no road bikes)
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
Mobile Phone: keep it in a waterproof bag for use in emergencies
Food & drink
Pack Lunch, snacks and plenty of water.