Manchester MTB ride Saturday 16th Feb 1pm

[I like Skol]

If anyone is interested, a casual mountain bike ride from close to my house, out through Daisy Nook, to Clayton Vale MTB trails near the Manchester Velodrome national cycling centre. Probably ride back along the canal to avoid the roads.

Pace is going to be relaxed with a focus on enjoyment and having a go at any obstacles we encounter rather than going for maximum speed or great distance. Total ride should be between 15-20 miles.

Should be a laugh and now spring seems to be here, a good way to kickstart the years mountain biking....

@nickyboy @dan_bo @fossyant and anyone else that fancies it. All welcome

 

[DCLane]

What time are you likely to be back? My 14yo's at the velodrome for a BC session but I need to collect him around 5pm.

I wouldn't be riding the trails (racing Sun and not allowed medically) but I'm around that afternoon.

 

[I like Skol]

Should be out for around 3hrs, maybe a little longer.

 

[dan_bo]

If anyone is interested, a casual mountain bike ride from close to my house, out through Daisy Nook, to Clayton Vale MTB trails near the Manchester Velodrome national cycling centre. Probably ride back along the canal to avoid the roads.

Pace is going to be relaxed with a focus on enjoyment and having a go at any obstacles we encounter rather than going for maximum speed or great distance. Total ride should be between 15-20 miles.

Should be a laugh and now spring seems to be here, a good way to kickstart the years mountain biking....

@nickyboy @dan_bo @fossyant and anyone else that fancies it. All welcome

Mate Saturdays ain't good as a general rule sorry. Enjoy.

 

[dan_bo]

That said I might jib out and meet you down there.

 

[I like Skol]

Mate Saturdays ain't good as a general rule sorry. Enjoy.

Sunday isn't good for me this time

Hope you can make it.

 

[fossyant]

What sort of time/meeting point ? Can't promise yet as not sure what's going to happen with MIL - was planning on an early morning spin anyway, but time is a bit limited.

 

[I like Skol]

What sort of time/meeting point ? Can't promise.......time is a bit limited.

RTFS! 1pm, if there are not many then we will just meet/park at my house.

 

[nickyboy]

Just landed from overseas so not really ready for this which is a pity as I'd fancy it (despite not actually owning a MTB)

 

[I like Skol]

Just landed from overseas so not really ready for this which is a pity as I'd fancy it (despite not actually owning a MTB)

Come on Nick, you've got more than 24hrs to prepare and I will provide the bike. The route is planned with you in mind, nothing horrific.

 

[DCLane]

I'll try to pop down to Clayton Vale, although I'll be on the Raleigh Pioneer.

If not as I've a lot of work on, and you're after a coffee/cake, I'll be in the velodrome cafe - my treat!

 

[I like Skol]

OK, who we got?

Me and 2 kids
Maybe @dan_bo
@fossyant?
@DCLane could be lurking in the bushes somewhere in the 'Vale'
One of my neighbours is joining us if he is back from a morning appointment on time.
That just leaves you @nickyboy. Come on mate, give it a go. I have a bike ready with flat pedals and just need to whack a saddle on it (or you could supply your own if you prefer). I promise not to force you to ride down any cliffs......

 

[dan_bo]

OK, who we got?

Me and 2 kids
Maybe @dan_bo
@fossyant?
@DCLane could be lurking in the bushes somewhere in the 'Vale'
One of my neighbours is joining us if he is back from a morning appointment on time.
That just leaves you @nickyboy. Come on mate, give it a go. I have a bike ready with flat pedals and just need to whack a saddle on it (or you could supply your own if you prefer). I promise not to force you to ride down any cliffs......

Nay cliffs in clayton!

 

[dan_bo]

@nickyboy if you can you should. For what it is Clayton Vale is ace.

Plus @Wrigley Velo is hoping to have a race on there in June so get your practice laps in.

 

[nickyboy]

@nickyboy if you can you should. For what it is Clayton Vale is ace.

Plus @Wrigley Velo is hoping to have a race on there in June so get your practice laps in.

Sorry, going to do a few road miles tomorrow. But I promise I'll do the next one.