Category: Rides

A list of planned rides with Barnet Cyclists. Our rides vary: if you are new to us please consult our Rides Co-ordinator, or the ride leader for the ride you’d like to join, for advice about suitable rides for you. As a rough guide, our easiest rides start at around 15 miles at a pace of about 7 to 8 mph. We also have opportunities for stronger riders.

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RIDE LEADERS & MARSHALLS NEEDED – Sunday 3 March: Women’s Freedom Ride

The London Cycling Campaign is looking for leaders to lead a feeder ride from Barnet (probable start point – Tally Ho Corner, North Finchley) to the main event in Central London. Marshalls are also needed – training is offered.

The main ride will start at 12:30pm from Lincoln’s Inn Fields, details are on this event page.

If you can help – or would like to find out more – please contact rides@barnetlcc.org

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Sunday 3 March 2024: Women’s Freedom Ride

The date for next year’s Women’s Freedom Ride has been confirmed so put Sunday, 3 March in your calendars and do come along! It will be a fun family-friendly protest ride around iconic locations in central London where we call on the Mayor for gender equality in cycling in London. We will need help with feeder rides and volunteers for what we hope will be an all-female/non-binary ride marshal and lead team. If you’d like to stay updated on ride info and are planning to attend, please RSVP below.

https://lcc.org.uk/events/lcc-womens-freedom-ride-2/

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Urban Hill Climb 2023: Entries Close 24th September

Urban Hill Climb 2023 will take place on the 30th of September this year, bigger and better than ever! We’ve introduced new e-bike categories, new prizes, and an all new expo area!

Entries will close on 24th September for all categories! Book now to secure your spot.

This is a family friendly event. Whether you’re racing for the best possible time or cruising up the slopes waving to the fans we hope you’ll have an amazing day. 

to register:

https://www.riderhq.com/events/p/hp50i08g/f/urban-hill-climb-2023

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Cycle for London virtualchallenge event

The London Cycling Campaign is calling on our members and supporters to take on a challenge and Cycle For London. You can take part on your own, as a family, a group of friends, or your whole cycling club could take on a joint challenge.

We’ve seen immense progress in recent years, with more high quality schemes delivered than ever before. We must maintain this momentum to ensure everyone can access streets that work for people and planet.

Choose your distance, set up your profile and start clocking up the miles all to help raise vital funds to make cycling safer and more enjoyable for everyone.

Challenge link: https://cycle-for-london.raisely.com/

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RIDE: Sunday 23 July – Sandridge Loop

Head out via Galley Lane north through Ridge and Colney Heath. Return the same way mostly with a short loop at Colney Heath and arrive back at the Spires via Swanley Bar and Potters Bar. 

Possible cafe stops at The Potting Shed near Sandridge and The Oakmere for coffee on the way back.

A good deal of straight road generally with some quick traffic but relatively flat with a few exceptions. 

Pace the usual 10-11 mph average. Probably back by 3.30 or 4.00 pm. Route is approx. 37 miles.

This ride will be led by Peter King.

You MUST register if you want to join this event.

We can only take riders over 18 years old on this ride

TO BOOK CLICK ON THIS LINK

.www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sandridge-loop-tickets-675403147997?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Saturday 1st April: London Cargo Bike Festival

Cargo bikes are here!

The London Cargo Bike Festival takes place on Saturday 1st April 2023 at The Guildhall, EC2V 7HH.

The London Cargo Bike Festival will include test rides on a test track, expert advice from cargo bike manufacturers and retailers, cargo bike powered food, drinks and entertainment, plus lots more… 

The London Cargo Bike Festival is a family-focussed day designed to educate and inform on the wide range of cargo bikes, service and maintenance offers as well as training and safety.  

More information can be found here: www.cargobikefestival.uk

There is normally a charge to participate but Barnet Cycling Campaign have been given a link for 20 FREE tickets. To book a place use this link:

www.eventbrite.com/e/566307499977/?discount=FESTBARN

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BHF London to Brighton Bike Ride 18th June 2023

We have been contacted by the fundraiser for The Loss Foundation – the UK’s only charity to specialise in cancer loss support. If you interested please follow the links below:

Have you lost a loved one to cancer? The Loss Foundation – the UK’s only specialist cancer bereavement charity – are looking for cyclists for the sponsored BHF London to Brighton Bike Ride 2023 (18th June 2023).

Your pedal power would ensure no one faces the devastation of cancer loss alone.

How do I take part?
Registration costs £30 and all participants are required to raise a minimum of £300 for The Loss Foundation (£300 would send 30 people lost in grief to their first support meeting). All money raised will go directly to funding our bereavement support services.

As part of The Loss Foundation team, you will get:
– A free fundraising pack
– Regular emails ahead of race day to help you prepare
– A cycling jersey (if you raise the £300 sponsorship ahead of race day)

There are a limited number of charity places available, so enter now to secure your place.

Learn more here: https://thelossfoundation.org/bhf

Questions? Email: shelley@thelossfoundation.org

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