We've got the second of this year's Extra rides coming up on Saturday
(23rd). Alan will be leading us on an excursion over the Forth Road
Bridge
and into Fife, with a lunch stop in Dunfermline. The route will be
on a variety of roads and paths, and that includes a couple of
stretches on main roads that might be busy with traffic. The total
distance will be about 35 miles.
As you might know, Dunfermline was built on high
ground. That means that there will be some long-ish climbs in the
morning, and some nice free-wheeling after lunch - but no real killers.
Please remember that these Extras go at a somewhat faster pace than our
normal rides, with fewer stops. They are suitable for those of our
riders who find our usual runs well within their capabilities. Those who
are less fit or who haven't cycled for a while will probably prefer to
skip this one.
Lunch arrangements
Our lunch stop will be in the delightful Pittencrieff Park in the centre
of
Dunfermline. This is an ideal spot for a picnic, so either bring some
lunch with you or aim to pick up a sandwich at the nearby Tesco. There's
also a cafe in the park that serves a good range of snacks and hot
drinks.
Meeting time and place
For this ride, we'll meet at the Sustrans marker at the Craigleith path
junction (see here
if you need directions). Please aim to get there in time to leave
promptly at 10:15.
As always, please bring a spare inner tube in case you are hit by a
puncture, as well as whatever tools you need (if any) to remove your
wheels. And given the current hot
weather, be sure to bring plenty to drink, to avoid
dehydration.
I hope to see you on Saturday. If you can't make it (and even if you
can), our next standard 20-miler ride will be on 13 August.
Monday 18 July 2022
20-Milers Extra to Dunfermline this coming Saturday
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