Breeze along the canal from Wickes Newport to Cwmcarn - Option for shorter or longer

Meet at Wickes Newport

A lovely off road cycle ride along the canal tow path to Cwmcarn scenic drive for a nice coffee stop.

Cycle back to Newport

Options for a longer or shorter ride - I will be leaving Cwmbran Stadium at 9.30am to start the ride at Wickes at 10am (26 miles). If you want shorter, we can pick you up at 14 Locks (14 miles) remember that 14 Locks is now charging for parking. Don't forget to tell me otherwise I might miss you!

This is a lovely ride along cycle route or canal, however, there is a short section of the canal closed at Crosskeys so we will be on the road for approx. a mile, we’ll stick together and the road is not too busy so we should be fine. Anyone nervous of road cycling should not join this ride.
Otherwise look out for Herons, an assortment of ducks, swans and kingfishers

Please bring a bike lock if you have one and don't forget your helmet

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For all rides please ensure that your brakes are functional and that your wheels are turning freely, tyres should be firm enough that you can't dimple them with your thumb.

To ensure everyone's safety we will do a quick bike check before we set off