Sat 22nd June | F.O.D Social Ride
What to expect:
This is a social ride for blue level and above riders; we will meet just outside the cafe, get acquainted and maybe have a coffee, then head to the skills area to warm up.
When warm and ready, we will head up and check out some of the downhill trails starting with a few nice blues, then we can take it from there. We will head down for lunch at the cafe where we met, and we can decide if we’re keen to carry on for more action in the afternoon.
It’s a super loose structure, we won’t be rushing to get done, we won’t be pushing to tick off features; the aim is to have fun and ride bikes! No pressure, just good times!
Where to Meet Us:
We will be ready and waiting by the benches outside the PedalaBikeAway cafe in the main carpark of the Forest of Dean Cycle Centre at 10 am (we’re not going to hang around too long, so try to be on time so you don’t miss the ride).
Heather will be there wearing a black long sleeve top with the SheRides logo on, so be sure to make yourself known.
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What Should you Bring?:
It’s super important to note that we will not ride with anyone who is not wearing a helmet!
Other than that, the protective gear that you bring is up to you- we normally ride with knee pads and maybe gloves, depending on the conditions. You’ll also need a bike that is trail suitable and safe and some water to keep you going.
It is possible to hire a bike from the PedalaBikeAway shop, but we strongly recommend that you do it well in advance.
What Will it Cost?
The ride itself is totally free, we won’t be charging you anything for our company.
The Forest of Dean Cycle Centre car park is a paid carpark, and the prices are as follows:
-2 Hours: £5.00
-4 Hours: £7.00
-All Day: £8.00
We would recommend a minimum of 4 hours, but it’s totally up to you. We will be getting the full day so we don’t have time restraints and the money goes to maintaining the trails- it’s a win, win.
Other than that, having some money spare for a bit of lunch and a coffee is great idea, although you don’t have to buy anything if you don’t want to- feel free to bring your own pack lunch and snacks, as well as plenty of water.
Extra Info:
Here is the link to the FOD Cycle Centre:
https://www.forestryengland.uk/forest-dean-cycle-centre
And a quick disclaimer from us, please do take a look:
This is NOT a guided ride and there will be no coaching, we’re simply meeting you at the trail head to make some friends, push each other as a group, and get women on the trails. We do not accept any responsibility / liability for any accidents, and we will refuse to ride with anyone who arrives without the correct safety equipment or an unsafe bike. All riders must sign up in order to ride and in doing so you are agreeing to these terms.
Our social rides are totally free, but if you love what we are doing or enjoyed your ride, then your support would allow us to keep doing this!
If you want to buy us a coffee then click the link below- we really appreciate your help, and see you on the next one!
Want to join us?