Friday evening spin

As the weather looks stunning for the next couple of evenings, Keiran and I are planning a ride tomorrow (Friday) evening.  Usual MO, 7pm(ish) start, out for a couple of hours, with scope for post-ride refreshment at The Burnbrae.  Pace will be relaxed.  All welcome, post up if interested.

Big Sunday Local Ride

Hi.  I’m planning a big day out tomorrow with the aim of getting further afield in the local area.  Basically out to the Kilpatricks, through them to the Whangie and back into the local trails.  Option of a cafe stop out at Eden Mill but take food in case you need it before we get there.  More blurb here:

Sunday Local Ride

 

Ciaran path, devil’s staircase ride

If anyone isn’t doing the first aid etc. and fancies a ride this Saturday (22nd April), I’m heading up to the King’s House Hotel to ride ciaran path via the devil’s staircase.

Good couple of options for mid- and post- ride refreshment, though be prepared for rocky technical trails (I’ll be taking pads) and obviously the usual weather.

Riding from 10.30 at King’s House.  Should be a good day out, the forecast is good!

Mountain Bike Orienteering “Glasgow Grit” 2017

Come join us on Sunday 21st May 2017 for a bit of mountain bike orienteering in and around Mugdock Country Park and surrounding areas!

Following on from the success of the 2016 event, Glasgow Mountain Bike Club are hosting round 3 of the Scottish Mountain Bike Orienteering Summer 2017 Series http://www.smbo.org.uk/mugdock-2017/, and promises to be a really fun day out.

Last year we hosted around 45 riders, where the age range spanned 50 years and everyone came back with a smile on their face so we will be aiming for more of the same. The course takes in woodland, moors and even a castle.  A mix of walkers’ paths, fire roads, some fun technical trails and hills mean the event is suitable for all abilities whether you just want to have fun or are looking for more of a challenge.

The event will be based at GMBC HQ at Milngavie and Bearsden Sports Club, with ample parking and toilet/changing facilities.  Registration will be open from 9am, and results and prize-winners announced from 2:30pm.  Using the marked-up maps provided, you start at the sports club and try and find as many checkpoints as you can in three hours.  There’s no defined route, and checkpoints vary in distance, location and points!  Tea, coffee, soup and cake will be available, and results and prize-winners will be announced at the sports club afterwards. Continue reading

Velodrome taster session anyone ? Sun 19th March, 2pm

I have just updated the FB post with this.  If you are up for it, please let me know asap :

 Right folks, here’s the info from Glasgow Life. In summary, we block book, pay in advance, and we divide the cost by the number of riders. We need to fill it, at 15 people, to keep it to the minimum, which is £18 a head. There is availability on Sun 19th March at 2pm

So, who is up for Sun 19th March ? If we have enough within next few days I will book and pay for it, so if you post up you are committing to pay your share. We will open up to friends of club members etc to fill if required :

Thank you for your enquiry regarding booking a corporate group session on the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome. Please note this is only a taster session meant for companies to book for team building. It does not count towards the accreditation process.

The maximum number in a group is 15 people and the minimum is 3 people. The session lasts one hour with a coach. The cost is £270 and all the equipment is provided. We suggest that you turn up at least half an hour before the session starts for everyone to pick up their kit, (helmets, shoes & bike). Please see enclosed further information on what a taster session will cover. All participants must follow the set programme and instructions of the Coach on the day.

If you would like to book a session at any of the above times, please let me know and I will check availability for you.

Please note we are unable to take provisional bookings for the Velodrome and all bookings are on a first come basis.

Full payment must be made once the booking is confirmed.

Barry "Nae Gears" Mears

Barry “Nae Gears” Mears