Trail of Two Cities (Beginners Welcome)
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Join us on this sociable leisure cycle around Manchester and Salford's trails and waterways.
The neighbouring cities of Manchester and Salford, sharing a great industrial heritage, now play host to the more recently developed Media City in Salford Quays and Sports City in Eastlands.
This 18 mile circular route takes us along the Fallowfield Loop to Chorlton, where we'll pick up National Cycle Network (NCN) Route number 55 through to Salford Quays. From here, there is a chance to take in spectacular views along the Manchester Ship Canal as we make our way into Manchester City Centre. Then we'll ride along the Ashton Canal tow path to Sports City, before continuing along National Cycle Network Route number 60 back to the Fallowfield Loop.
Pace and Terrain
This will be a leisurely cycle suitable for all levels of fitness. We'll be riding for about 2 hours at a gentle pace of 8-10mph. The pace can be adjusted to suit the slowest rider, no one will get left behind. The overall event timing allows for the natural stops and starts of any ride, and possibly a snack break, likely in the City Centre. The route is relatively flat and we will be mostly off road, although there will be a few on-road stretches along the way.
If you're not a regular cyclist, please make sure your bike is in good condition - check the tyres are well inflated, chain is oiled, and you've got a spare inner tube, drinks and snacks with you.
Sunday Roast
The ride will be followed by an amazing Sunday Lunch, with huge portions served by the super friendly staff at Manchester's destination cycle cafe, restaurant, bar and community hangout. There are limited places for the meal - please sign up separately at Sunday lunch social in Manchester | OutdoorLads
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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
Hand sanitiser and a face covering: whilst we are living with Covid-19, please bring your own to events to help keep everyone safe
Bike: any well maintained bike, road (ideally with 28C + tyres), MTB, hybrid, folding, electric...
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
Bring plenty to drink and appropriate snacks.