Women On Wheels ride
A Women on Wheels (WoW) cycle ride takes place next weekend and whether you are beginner or a seasoned pro, everyone is welcome – you can even hire a bike if you don’t have your own.
On Sunday 7 March ladies can join a 15 mile ride around Halton and the bay. This is a more demanding ride using a mixture of cycle tracks, roads and the canal towpath, but is very rewarding, taking in historic villages, lush countryside, expansive hilltop views, a secret valley and the vast spaces of Morecambe Bay.
The aim of the rides is to encourage women who might not have the confidence they need to cycle on their own, to get out and about with other like minded ladies, so why not encourage friends and family members to come along with you. Riders should meet at 11am at the Millennium Bridge, Lancaster.
If you don’t own a bike but would like to loan one for the ride, please contact Lancaster City Council’s Celebrating Cycling team on 01524 582392 or by email at celebratingcycling@lancaster.gov.uk at least a few days in advance of the ride.
If you are feeling inspired to take part, there is a WoW ride on the first Sunday of every month until December. Following routes included in the Cycling for All Guide, these interesting and relaxing rides are free of charge and suitable for varying levels of ability, so check the website www.celebratingcycling.org/wow or call 01524 582392 for details.
If you are feeling a little deflated (like your bike tyres) about cycling, try a women’s only free bike maintenance courses with Pedal Power. Maintaining your bike can avoid costly repairs in the long run and help to keep you safe. Many people stop cycling simply because they've got a puncture and don’t realise how easy it is to fix.
There is also a basic maintenance Level 2 course on Saturday 27 March which covers basic rebuilding, fitting brake and gear wires, indexing, straightening buckles. The sessions take place between 10.30am – 1pm. To book your free place call them on 01524 65328. For full details of all training go to www.celebratingcycling.org/training
Date Published: 26/02/10