Wheel Do It! - a hilly ride to Youlgreave and Curbar (106km distance / 1600m climbing)

This long ride has some challenging climbing and some lovely views to reward you for the effort. We'll set off from the beginning of Loxley Road just pass the traffic lights and climb steadily up past the Admiral Rodney, turn left to Low Bradfield and then up the climb of Blindside Lane with some great views over the reservoirs. We then turn left onto Sugworth Road and then right onto the A57 to drop down to Ladybower. We'll then continue through Thornhill and onwards through Bradwell and Coplow Dale to Tideswell, where we'll stop for refreshments. We then continue through Millers Dale and up a log steady hill, taking a left towards Taddington. From there we have some more climbing, a bit of down and a bit more up before we reach Monyash. We'll continue straight through the village and onwards for a short while before heading left to Youlgreave. A bit of descending takes us down to the A6 which we turn right onto and then immediately right off it again and begin a steep climb before dropping down into Darley Dale. Another challenging climb then takes us up onto the moors and we continue to the top of Curbar Edge and drop sharply down to the foot of Froggatt. Crossing the Froggat road takes us down to a pretty little bridge before we climb back up, turn right an head for Grindelford. A long steady climb takes us up Nether Padley to Fox House. From there we continue to Ringinglow, past the Norfolk Arms and to Lodge Moor before we drop steeply down to Rivelin Valley Road. We'll then use a couple of back lanes to bring us to Stannington Road and back to the start point on Loxley Road. This is a long, hilly and challenging ride, so bring plenty of food and drink. We'll stop for a café break along the way, but you'll need fuel and water as you ride. The ride will be at a moderate pace and we promise never leave anyone behind!

COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS
Please do not attend if you have COVID symptoms (new, persistent cough; fever; loss of sense of smell or taste) or if any of your household has symptoms or is isolating.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARTICIPANTS
We recommend that all participants wear a helmet. Please make sure you wear appropriate clothing for the weather. As usual we do expect you to have ensured your bike is roadworthy and that you have carried out basic pre-ride checks; we recommend that you also carry at least one spare inner tube, a pump (CO2 inflators are also highly recommended). It is also a good idea to carry a spare chain link that matches your bike’s chain (e.g. 9, 10 or 11 speed). If you have a mechanical problem we will do our best to assist you and/or lend you an inner tube or repair kit if we can, but it is always best to be self-reliant. Don’t forget to bring money for refreshments and a mobile phone.
DISCLAIMER
This is a purely social group of like-minded people sharing a love of cycling, it is not a formal organisation nor does it have any form of legal structure. We do not profess to be trained ride leaders but do have experience of doing so. You are free to choose to ride with us but in doing so please note that you do so in acceptance that this is entirely at your own risk. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss or injury suffered as a result of your participation. Please also read the terms and conditions on the website.