Early May Bank Holiday MTB weekend - Day 1 of 3 - Llandegla Trail Centre
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A day of mountain biking in Llandegla trail centre. We shall begin the day with a short session in the skills zone focussing on drop-offs and a beginners guide to jumping. We shall then be putting these skills into practise on the red route (with Pete) or the black route (with myself). Parking costs £4.50 for the full day.
The red route is a fast flowing 18km trail with some moderate drop offs, berms and table tops (jumping not required). Suitable for proficient riders on good mountain bikes.
The black is 22km including parts of the red route and some epic extras. There are some larger drop offs and table top jumps (jumping not required, but useful to maintain flow). Suitable for experienced riders on good mountain bikes. Full face helmet, knee and elbow pads advised.
We shall meet at the cafe (by the car park) for a cup of tea and a spot of lunch. Bring your own or enjoy one of Britain's finest bacon butties.
There will be an option in the afternoon to experience the blue trial (12km of fast flowing fun) or hone skills further in the skills zone, pump track and freeride area according to popular demand.
What to bring
Apart from your bike remember the following:.
- Puncture repair kit (or better still a spare inner tube) and tyre levers. Also any special tools that your bike needs.
- Food - bring small snacks such as chocolate bars and energy foods.
- A cycling bottle attached to your bike and plenty of water (minimum 2lts)
- 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 - A full face helmet is recommended if you intend to chose the black route. Outdoorlads policy asks you to wear a helmet events.
- Gloves - moutain bike gloves offer comfort and protection, highly recommended.
- Knee and elbow pads - recommended for black route.
- Bag you will need a small day-sack (or panniers on your own bike) to carry essential clothing, water and an emergency snack.
Food & drink
Buy at the cafe or bring your own lunch. Bring plenty of water and snacks for during the ride.