Whaley Bridge to Buxton Circuit - Mountain Biking
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The route takes us on a mixture of paved roads, bridleways and forest tracks from Whaley Bridge following the River Goyt passing Fernilee and Errwood Reservoirs, before climbing onto the high moorlands to Derbyshire Bridge.
We then take a fast and loose gravelly road into Buxton.
The return route follows the main road for a short distance before joining the Roman Road which has recently been paved, making the climb a lot easier, but we will still have a few bridleways to tackle before dropping back down to Whaley Bridge.
Whilst the route involves several road sections, the road through the Goyt valley will be closed to vehicular traffic on Sundays. Although there are some tough climbs, the whole route is rideable with nothing too technical.
For this ride you will need a good hard tail or full suspension mountain bike.
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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
Water
Please make sure you bring enough water/drinks for the ride.
Food
Please bring enough snacks/food for the ride.
There may be an opportunity to visit a cafe in Buxton at the halfway point