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Roam with a view – A Wednesday night ride (7pm depart)
May 19, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Date- Wed 19th May @ 7pm – 9.15pm
Meeting point – 3 Gavin’s Mill Rd, Milngavie, Glasgow G62 6NB (please note we have no club facilities currently)
Ride Co-Ordinator – Ian G
Heading out in a different direction from Milngavie, this ride is a bit more old school (less technical ability and more fitness required), climbing up to what I reckon is the best view of Glasgow. Fireroads, some singletrack, a short trudge through a forest and a grassy descent. Approximately 23 Km and 500m of climbing.
If you are interested in coming along you will need to complete a ride form online (beforehand) for Track and Trace – GMBC Ride Form
COVID-19 Guidelines
We have agreed on the following approach to allow ride to happen. This is following a review of the risks and is in line with current guidance being issued to sports clubs in Scotland.
Do not come to a group ride if you have any symptoms which could be related to COVID-19.
2m Physical distancing should be in place outside of the ride
The ride must leave at the time stated to limit unnecessary congregation time.
Current guidance states a maximum of 15 riders in a group applies however in line with our normal approach to group rides, and to minimise risks, we would suggest a maximum group size of 9 individuals.
If more than 9 individuals turn up it is suggested to split the ride into suitably sized groups whilst avoiding contact between groups at the start, finish and during the ride. Ideally, start and finish times should be staggered to facilitate this.
A ride co-ordinator must be allocated for each activity. This will be the first person to post up the activity. As such please familiarise yourself with the requirements and be prepared to take responsibility when organising any activity. The key necessity is to ensure they have the names and contact details of those people on the ride.
When planning a route avoid pinch points like known fallen trees or gates where riders may congregate. On routes which do involve gates, the first person to arrive at it should open it and let everyone through before joining the back of the group.
Avoid frequent stops where possible and if required to stop then ensure this is in an open space where physical distancing can be maintained.
The clubhouse remains unavailable after rides so there will be no bike washing facilities for the time being.
It remains more important than usual to be self-sufficient. This means a well maintained bike, lights, and all the tools, clothes and spares you are likely to need, and being prepared to find a way of getting home independently in all but the most unlikely of circumstances.
– Have fun!
Thanks
Your GMBC Committee