Cafe ride - Basingstoke (Down Grange) to Oakley via North Oakley

Meet in the car park at Down Grange Sports Ground, just inside the entrance from Pack Lane. We go out to Oakley on the cycle path next to Pack Lane. (This path is slightly bumpy in places.) Followed by a loop through Malshanger and North Oakley. The route rises steadily towards North Oakley with a few downs and ups after that. Please make sure you arrive so that you're ready to START the ride at 0945 with time before that for a chat about the route. Skinny road bike tyres wouldn't be much fun on the path out to Oakley (although do-able). Apart from that any bike type is welcome so long as it’s in working order (though only use knobbly tyres if you know you can do the distance ok). Make sure your tyres are well inflated. • Bring a spare inner tube, tyre levers and pump (plus puncture repair kit if you have one). • Also bring water and money / bike lock for café. • Please wear clothing appropriate for the weather (layers work well when it's colder and waterproofs can help with windchill as well as rain). All riders welcome but please note pace of ride. NB - Autumn / winter rides subject to cancellation if conditions are likely to be slippery Look forward to seeing you. Any queries to [email protected] or www.facebook.com/breezingstoke