Breeze with Saints Big Bike Challenge - Training/Social ride 45 miles

This ride is for all those thinking about, or already signed up to the Saints Foundation Bike Bike Challenge 2017, or those who are just looking for a longer ride with like-minded cyclists. More information about this 2-day charity cycle ride if interested is here: http://saintsfoundation.co.uk/big-bike-challenge-may-2017/

The route this time goes out into the New Forest, to Beaulieu and Brockenhurst, the lovely ornamental drive, and Minstead and woodlands.

We'll stop for optional tea / cake/ food at the end of the ride.

If you rode with us in January, you will see this is longer, but with a similar total elevation - so this ride is an increased distance but not really in terms of total climbing.

We will aim to complete the route at 12-13mph and hence aim to take about 3.5 hours to complete but please allow a few more minutes in case of the dreaded puncture etc.

The stadium is on National Cycle Route 23 and 1.5 miles from Southampton Central Station. If you need to come by car and want to park at the Stadium, please park in the NORTH car park. This is £2 pay and display and sometimes only takes coins!

If you normally ride faster/further, just put an extra layer on and come along and be social! If you've not yet done this many miles and have any concerns, please do contact Ruth one of the Ride Leaders on [email protected]