🌈 Rainbow Riders: Sunday Social Spin

Leisure Cycling/Any Bike
Sun 14 Sep
2025

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£12.50
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A sociable leisure cycle - approx 12 miles at a very gentle pace

Join Rainbow Riders and OutdoorLads for a relaxed social cycle around some of Manchester's LGBTQ+ landmarks and green spaces, finishing with a friendly social in the Village.

Friendly, scenic, and chatty - a great way to get out on the bike and meet other LGBTQ+ riders.

🚴 Ride Overview

The ride starts and ends in central Manchester and follows a gentle route, ideal for beginners or those wanting to take it easy. We'll ride at a slow social pace of 6-8 mph, perfect for chatting and soaking up the sights as we go. 

Expect a mix of traffic-free trails, well-surfaced canal towpaths, quiet roads and city cycling - with plenty of regroup points if needed and a chance to stop at a few iconic LGBTQ+ spots along the way (Sorry, no cruising spots - it's not that kind of ride 😏).

At the end of the ride, everyone's welcome to join the Village Bakers Social for post-ride coffee, cake or something stronger. 

What to bring:

  • Any roadworthy bike - this ride is suitable for the Starling Bank Bikes which can be hired by the minute from numerous city-centre locations.
  • Helmet (mandatory for OutdoorLads cycling events - message the event leader if you need to borrow one)
  • Water, snacks, and a spare inner tube
  • Money to buy a drink or baked goods after the ride.
  • Clothing suitable for the weather (layers and a waterproof recommended)
  • Don't forget your bike lock if you will be joining for the social afterwards.

IMPORTANT! - Participation Statement

Photo credit: 

  • All photos taken by OutdoorLads Leaders and used with permission.

Join us for other upcoming cycling events:

  • Upcoming cycling events can be found on our OutdoorLads Cycling Calendar (after opening the link, click on "Calendar" to sort the events into date order).