Two Castles and a Pineapple
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Two Castles and a Pineapple
Join us on a leisure cycle from Edinburgh to Stirling Castles. We will be using Sustrans routes 1 & 76 taking us from Edinburgh to Queensferry, Bo'ness and on to Stirling.
As well as the two castles in the title we shall pass near Barnbougle and Blackness castles. A short detour near Airth will take us to the famous Pineapple building - often seen in tourist information photos : https://www.visitscotland.com/info/see-do/the-pineapple-p254611
A short steep climb at the end will take us up to Stirling Castle Esplanade where the event will finish.
This is a full day out but the route is very easy going. Cycle will be at a relaxed pace and nobody gets left behind. Route may be altered or shortened if we encounter adverse or dangerous weather conditions.
Message event leader if you have any questions.
Photos: by AMD, Brimmond and Tomkayaker and used with permission.
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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.
What to bring
Bike: Suitable for most bikes. We shall mostly be on cycle paths.
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
Long day out so have water and snacks. We'll never be very far from a shop.
Quick stop at Queensferry for pictures and a snack, longer lunch stop near Blackness castle.