Diary
See below for details and any late changes for forthcoming BCyC rides, cycling events and social gatherings. If you're involved in planning something, let us know what, where and when!
Moving to a new website over the next couple of months.
Once we're there we plan to make further improvements and have loads more information and up to the minute news.
Please bear with us during the transition and email us at website@bristolcyclingcampaign.org.uk if you have any problems.
For our recently added calendar of other cycling related events/opportunities (i.e. not ones that the campaign is running) - see the bottom of the page.
If you would like to organise a ride please contact: Chris via email rides@bristolcyclingcampaign.org.uk
Our friends over at Cycle Bristol CTC offer a variety of rides for various levels of fitness - have a look at their rides list here.
You can also "Recycle your Sundays" with rides from Bath.
NB: It is always wise to carry waterproof gear, even if the sun is shining when you leave. It is better to wear layers and be too warm than wear too little and get cold.
Most Bristol rides start at either the Arnolfini Gallery, the beginning of the Bristol-Bath Railway Path ("track head"), Millennium Square, Valentine's Bridge, Temple Quay, or at the water tower on Durdham Down.
From time to time we organise weekends away and trips abroad - look out for details here or in The Bristol Cyclist our quarterly members' magazine.
General advice
Make sure your bike is in good working order. If you think it needs more than a “tweak” then it’s probably better to get it serviced at a bike shop. You are wise to carry a few basic repair items with you, such as pump, puncture repair kit or, even better, an inner tube of the right size and basic tools. If you’re new to cycling and don’t know how to use them, the chances are someone else will show you (that’s how most of us learned!)
In winter you are more likely to be riding home in the dark, so bring your bike lights and hi-vis wear. Remember the temperature can drop significantly in the evenings, so bring extra warm layers, gloves, socks, hat, etc. Pack a waterproof jacket and maybe also waterproof trousers.
Always carry food with you, even if it’s only a banana! Cycling is exercise and you will get hungry. Preferably some carbohydrates – sandwiches, flapjacks, cereal-bars, and fresh/dried fruit are some examples.
On the road, behave responsibly – don’t obstruct traffic and only stop where it’s safe to do so. It’s also nice if you warn others behind you of potholes or other obstructions in the road.
These tips aren’t meant to put you off or make you think a day’s bike ride is like climbing Everest! But with a little forethought you will enjoy the adventure of a day out even more. You’ll notice we often suggest a picnic or packed lunch, or a visit a pub. Our rides are often built round a theme or local beauty-spot of place of interest. We are a convivial group who make new-comers welcome and we usually ride at a moderate pace. Contact the ride-leader if you’re unsure.
Other Events Calendar
