New 55 mile route option for 2013!
This great ride is now in its eighth year, and we've added a fantastic 55 mile route for all those riders who're seeking a challenge - and aren't so keen on taking their road bikes along the Manchester Canal towpath!
The mostly traffic-free 40 mile route is ideal for family cycling and takes you along part of the Manchester Ship Canal towards Liverpool and the Mersey while the longer, all on-road 55 mile route, crosses the canal to Culcheth, Rainford and Knowsley, meeting the riders on the short route at Childwall and heading together to the finish at Otterspool Park on the banks of the Mersey.
Voted number 5 in The Independent's 10 Best Cycling Events for 2012!
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| Start | Salford Watersports Centre, Salford Quays, Salford M50 3SQ
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| Finish | Otterspool Park, Otterspool Drive, Liverpool, L17 5AL
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| Distance | 40 or 55 mile routes (approx) |
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| Getting There: Car | Nearest Parking - Lowry multi-storey (near to the start). Parking charges apply: 6 - 12 hours £13.00 A £5 purchase from one of the outlet shops reduces fee to £7.00 - remember to validate your ticket in-store Height restriction: 2.1 metres - remember to remove any bikes from your roof rack before entering - Bike Events are not responsible for any damage caused by a failure to do so. |
| Getting There: Train | Nearest station - Salford Crescent (half mile from the Start - just follow our signs). Please note - the Metro CANNOT take bikes. Please check with operator regarding carriage.
National Rail enquiries 08457 48 49 50
www.nationalrail.co.uk |
| Start Times | 8.00am - 10.00am at a time to suit you |
| Local Info | www.visitsalford.info
www.visitliverpool.com
www.visitlancashire.com |
| Other Info | Minimum rider age 8 years on the 40 mile route and 14 years on the 55 mile route. Riders under 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult over 18.
RIDER TRANSPORT TIMES: For MORNING coaches taking riders to the start, please meet outside St. Margaret's Sxhool, Aigburth Rd., Liverpool L17 6AB at 06:30 for a 07:00 departure. There will be TWO AFTERNOON coach services taking riders back to Salford Quays ONLY.
The cost is £23 for you and your bike.
1st service at 14:30. 2nd service at 16:30
Riders with prebooked tickets please visit the Bike Events admin tent at the Finish to have your ticket endorsed.
All riders are required to wear a helmet. A selection of helmets will be available for purchase on the day.
** We recommend that all riders have both bike and personal liability insurances as we cannot be held responsible for damage, loss or theft of your bike or personal items or personal liability.**
Hybrid / mountain bike suitable.
40 MILE RIDERS: THE MANCHESTER SHIP CANAL SECTION OF THE ROUTE IS UNSUITABLE FOR ROAD BIKES. WE RECOMMEND TYRE SIZE 1.5" PLUS.
60 MILE RIDERS: THE ROUTE IS ALL ON ROAD AND SO SUITABLE FOR ROAD BIKES. |
| Pricing | Children's Entry (8-16 years) (£8.00)
Entry Pack (£17.00)
Student Entry (£12.00)
Team Entry (6 or more, per person) (£16.00)
Transport AM (£23.00)
Transport PM (£23.00)
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