Bothy Cycle Tour -Introduction to off-road cycling

This tour is an introduction to off road cycling for anyone that is interested in doing more gravel/off road cycles but doesn't know where to start. Please note that this is an introduction and only involves 30% of off road riding and this is not technical riding so no experience is necessary but you do need a reasonable level of fitness and good bike handling skills. You must also be confident cycling on roads as 70 % of the route is on quiet roads, a short section on a busier road and cycle paths. This is also an opportunity to try sleeping in a bothy for the first time. We have single use of the bothy and it has a kitchen, sleeping platform and toilet so is a nice introduction to bothy life.

We can provide mountain bikes for the trip or if you have your own gravel, thick wheeled tourer you will also be OK. We can provide sleeping bags and other sleeping equipment so please don't let this be a barrier for you.

Please phone and ask more questions if you are interested and want to know more.

Rough Plan:

Saturday 5th September- Meet at Queen Street Station at 8am to get train to Stow (Just over 2 hours away). Cycle from Stow to Bothy (30 miles) with lunch and coffee stops

Arrive at the Bothy and cook a simple meal together, play games, have a fire and cosy down for the night

Sunday 6th September: Have breakfast at the Bothy and then cycle back to Stow

Any specific questions please email women@womenonwheels.org.uk.

If you are unable to pay by card, please phone us on 07927357140 and we will be happy to assist!