The Green Cafe, Washington

The Green Cafe, Washington (approximately 23 miles round trip)... This is a ride for women (adults only) who ride regularly and enjoy a social ride at a moderate pace, not ideal for beginner cyclists. Starting at Fausto Coffee at Roker the route will follow the C2C cycle path along the river then cut across Washington to the Green Cafe and return the same way. The ride is free to join but please bring money with you if you wish to have some refreshments. The route is mainly traffic free but does involve using some roads and junctions. It includes a few short steep sections but riders can go as slow as they need. The route is mostly tarmacked therefore a road bike or road style hybrid could be used and would suit the intended pace of the ride. Please check the website on the morning of the ride to make sure it is still going ahead. Unexpected problems can arise last minute, poor weather for example. Important Information for riders: A spare inner tube is essential for this ride (the correct size is written on the side of your tyre). Working front and rear lights, a lock, water, a helmet and waterproof clothing are all recommended. The role of the ride leader is to navigate the route and hopefully provide you with an enjoyable experience, they are not responsible for your personal safety, riders are responsible for their own safety and wellbeing at all times. Please also be aware that although ride leaders may be able to help you if you get a puncture etc, they are not mechanically trained and not responsible for repairing your bike or assessing the safety of it before or during a ride. Although the planned route is as stated above, it may be necessary for ride leaders to deviate from it in an emergency or unforeseen circumstances.