POSTPONED - Marin MTB
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This ride covers the gem that is the Gwydir Mawr (Marin trail). With its beautifully sculpted berms, table top jumps and natural sections, this ride really has it all. This is a 25 km ride on predominantly red graded trails with several extensive climbs and some awe-inspiring descents that will leave you breathless. Literally. This makes it a very technically and physically demanding ride for experienced mountain bikers with good stamina on mountain bikes (this ride is unsuitable for beginners or hybrid bikes, sorry).
Over the same weekend there will also be some events taking place nearby depending on availability of leaders. Current arranged activities are;
- Saturday - mountain biking - Penmachno trial
- Saturday - road cycle - Penmachno to Bala loop
- Saturday - Social - Saturday Evening
- Sunday - road cycle - Llanrwst to Abergele loop
There should hopefully be a couple of walks too.
What to bring
Apart from your bike remember the following:.
- Spare inner tube and tyre levers. Also any special tools that your bike needs.
- Food - bring lunch and small snacks such as chocolate bars and energy foods.
- 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 - Outdoorlads policy asks you to wear a helmet on events, however a full face helmet and pads are recommended.
- Bag you will need a small day-sack to carry essential clothing, water and an emergency snack.
Food & drink
We will be stopping for lunch en route. Please bring your own packed lunch as there are no shops or cafes. Bring plenty of water and snacks.