Manchester Green Spaces Trail
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Everyone (including beginners) is welcome on this leisurely cycle around the garden and waterside spaces of central Manchester and Salford.
We'll ride at a gentle pace of 8 to 10 miles per hour for about 2 1/2 hours, but the event timing is longer to allow for the natural stops and starts of any bike ride, plus a short refreshment stop if we want. As always, no one will get left behind.
The route is relatively flat but there will be some fairly gentle climbs along the way. We will mainly be riding on off road trails, quieter roads and cycle lanes, with surfaces that are suitable for all bike types. There are some sections where caution may be required if you have a road bike with narrow tyres.
If you're not a regular cyclist, please make sure your bike is in good condition - check the tyres are well inflated, chain is oiled, and you've got a spare inner tube, drinks and snacks with you.
IMPORTANT! - Participation Statement
You MUST complete the Cycling Participation Statement in addition to booking your event space before attending a cycling event.
Anyone with COVID-19 symptoms, even if they are extremely mild, or who has recently tested positive for Covid-19, is asked not to attend.
What to bring
Bike: any well maintained bike, road (ideally with 28C + tyres), MTB, hybrid, folding, electric...
Helmet: OutdoorLads requires you to wear one
Clothing: lightweight and layered, colourful and/or reflective clothing will make you more visible to other road users
Footwear: suitable for your bike and 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
Bring drinks and snacks.
You might want to bring a packed lunch for an outdoor refreshment stop. There will be opportunity to stop at a shop, Or there are bars/cafes at Middlewood Locks, Aviva Studios and Ordsall Hall.