Saturday Cycle - Glasgow to Auldhouse
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A weekend cycle for everyone.
This is a cycle of 61Km, on bike friendly roads and paths. It should take us less than 4 hours - depending on stops.
A leisurely pace will take us to Blantyre and then loop around East Kilbride. We then head up to Ardochrig for a view of Glasgow, and cycle down to Eaglesham and home.
(route may change slightly depending on weather and wind direction)
The route is shown on the link below.
What to bring
Bike: a road bike, hybrid or mountain bike (please note. If you are on a mountain bike all of the route will be on tarmac)
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
Water and maybe a snack or two.