Ride along the Union Canal
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Join us for a leisure cycle from Falkirk along the full length of the Union Canal. We'll meet at Falkirk High Station and head onto the Union Canal tow path where we'll head along the canal into the heart of Edinburgh past the historic town of Linlithgow where the palace is in view. Famous as the birth place of Mary, Queen of Scots its a great place to see, even if from a distance.It's a 30 mile cycle along flat tow path, so makes for a leisurely afternoon out. There are places to eat at the Edinburgh end so we will look for somewhere on arrival depending on the time.
The route can be found here.
Photos: copyright of David McFadyen an Scottish Canals.
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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: A road bike, Hybrid, pretty much any bike you like. The route is mostly paved.
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
Snacks to keep you going and plenty of Water. We will aim to eat once in Edinburgh