Long: 59km, 400m ascent, plus getting to the stat and finish so 100km+ The Greensands cycle way is an official state sponsored route (it has signs). The GCW runs from Leighton Buzzard in the west to Sandy on the eastern boundary, following one of the counties most pronounced (very subtle) geological features. At 59km this isn’t long by any means, but it’s end to end, … Continue reading Greensands Cycle Way
First of the popular “Lost Lanes” guidebook series focused on rides that were an easy escape from London. Thameslink trains to Bedford put you within reach of all the rides in this blog. It takes just an hour to reach Flitwick station from central London, putting you deep into ‘Lost Lane’ territory. Here are two rides that start and end at the station. A road … Continue reading Lost Lanes in Bedfordshire
Everybody on the ride has a different story to tell. The group is eclectic, it is becoming more diverse and the most important thing is that there is critical mass, making the event self-empowering. People fuel themselves, consuming the stories of the others, resolutions are made, we go home tired but stronger. Continue reading RTC
A day out: unlimited options, off peak train tickets from £20 London to Cranfield London’s city centre is just about 100km by bike. Taking the train into town and riding home makes for a satisfying day out. It’s amazing how quickly the city streets can be left behind in exchange for county lanes and better riding. Option1: for road bikes Out through Camden, to Highgate … Continue reading London Rides
Cranfield Cycling 