Leicester Almost Traffic Free Bike Ride and Extension
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Our ATF (Almost Traffic Free) bike rides have created lots of excitement since we introduced them after covid restrictions ended. All involve joining together canal side tow paths, old railway line trails, country parks, nature trails and other local routes into a joined up 25-35 mile easy circular route for all to enjoy. General road bikes, hybrids and e-bikes are all welcome but not racers with very narrow tires as there may be soft or uneven surfaces on parts of our routes.
These have now all been executed with great success in Nottingham (x2), Derby(x2), Birmingham, (x2), Wolverhampton, Stoke on Trent (x2), Manchester, Stafford and Liverpool in addition to the circular rides we regularly do in the Peak District.
Well here is a brand new one, this time in and around the lovely city of Leicester. As previously, there is a route of around 25k for everyone to enjoy with the chance to carry on for a further loop making around 30 miles in all. No problem in stopping after 25k, you will already be back at the start.
You don't need to be super fit or a regular rider as there are no big hills and we go at a steady pace throughout. We keep road sections to an absolute minimum. Pretty much any bike will do including e-bikes if that's your thing but hybrids are ideal. Non-member friends or family members are welcome too, but no under 18's.
Helmets are obligatory on all group bike rides for insurance reasons as well as safety.
There will be plenty of opportunities to stop for refreshments on our route but you should bring fluids, snacks and optionally lunch packup if you feel the need.
If parking in Leicester it is useful to have the PaybyPhone app on your mobile and be registered beforehand!
Here's a relive of the ride we did in Stoke on Trent so you can see what lovely rides they are.
Leicester Almost Traffic Free Bike Ride and Extension