A Perky Pedal to Parkhead

A Perky Pedal to Parkhead
Sun 27th June 9.30am 42 miles
Start at Broompark Picnic Site DH7 7RJ

Starting from Broompark we will pedal to Parkhead via Esh Winning, Cornsay Colliery and Salters Gate/Oxen Law where we will join the Waskerley Way for the final few miles up to Parkhead. We will return along the railway path to Whitehall where we will join minor roads back via Quebec. This is a challenging ride as the minor roads are steep in places and overall we will be pedalling over 2000’ uphill.

The ride is suitable for more seasoned riders on hybrid bikes. As always we can’t predict the weather so please dress suitably especially as it can get cold as we ascend to the moorland. You may well need extra layers as it may well be cold up there. You can purchase food at Parkhead or you can bring your own packed lunch. Do bring your own snacks so that you don’t run out of steam.

In order for the ride to leave promptly, please be punctual so we can carry out bike checks, etc. prior to us setting off. Please make sure your bike is in working condition and bring a spare tube to fit your tyres. Expect to be out for about 5 hours so bring some snacks.

For any queries please contact [email protected]. For any last minute cancellations on the day please text 07708 327943 (note this phone is only for the day of the ride) otherwise use the option to cancel when you log in to letsride.co.uk. If the weather is bad we will only contact you if we are cancelling the ride and will do so no later than 8.30am on the day by putting a message in the ‘conversation’ tab in the ride. You should receive a notification by email if there is a message. If you have not heard from us we are still riding.

In view of COVID-19 we will be taking this into account with our ride leading and we will follow govt. guidelines. Please note the following:
• We have restricted numbers due to COViD.
• We will not share any equipment so please be organised and bring your own items eg drink, spare inner tube, tyre levers and pump, sun cream and hand sanitiser.
• You should pay particular attention to your bike being in good working order before attending a ride so as to minimise risks and disruption to rides.
• We will ride taking social distancing into account.
• Participants must not attend a ride if they have COVID-19 symptoms or have been in contact with anyone with symptoms
• Anyone who develops COVID symptoms after a ride must contact the leader who will inform British Cycling HQ who will then contact everyone who attended the ride.
You can contact the leader directly via the ‘Message Ride Creator’ tab in the ride posting on let’s ride unless you have their direct contact details already.
Audrey