GoCycle Update No.20
Go Cycle is supported by Leighton-Linslade Town Council and Central Bedfordshire Council
GO CYCLE UPDATE Issue No.20, February 2010
I have listed the content below for your ease and reference.
1) BuzzCycles Liaison Meeting
2) February Half Term Bikeability
3) New! Introduction to Mountain Biking (Age 9 – 13)
4) Twitter
5) Weekly Sunday afternoon Bike Rides, 1.30pm from Church Square, LB.
6) Dr Bike Market Stall – Tuesday 9th Feb
7) Wheelie Wednesday Bike Ride – 10th Feb 12.30pm
8) Summary of GoCycle events planned for Leighton-Linslade
More details on news and events at our website www.gocycleleightonlinslade.org.
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Happy Cycling!
Alvina Farrow, GoCycle Promotions Officer email alvina.farrow@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk
1. BuzzCycles Liaison meeting Weds 3rd Feb 2010, White House
Have you thought about getting involved in the Cycling Forum? Now is your chance, email: llcyclingforum@aol.com or have a look at the Cycling Forum’s Yahoo Group: http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/llcyclingforum . Peter Bate, the Chair, looks forward to welcoming new members to regular meetings, activities and social events. Help make the Cycling Town work for you!
2. February Half term GoCycle Courses
Missed Bikeability in school or fancy a refresher course, or want to try something new?
GoCycle are offering a choice of 2 FREE courses this February Half Term:
Bikeability Level 2 (Age 9 – 16)
These courses are offered over two sessions:
Course 1 9.00 am – 12.30 pm 15th & 16th February
Course 2 1.30 pm – 5.00 pm 15th and 16th February
3. New! Introduction to Mountain biking (Age 9 – 13)
Two Day Course
Day one: 9.30 – 12.30 15th February meet Cedars Upper School
Day two: 9.30 – 12.30 16th February meet outside Stockgove Park car park entrance, Heath & Reach
Limited spaces so reserve you place now by contacting Allison Jeavons, Cycle Town Schools Officer on 01525 635112 or email gocycle@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk or visit or website www.gocycleleightonlinslade.org
There will be a deposit of £5.00 required payable at time of booking, which will be refunded upon the completion of the course.
4. Twitter
You can now follow GoCycle on Twitter GoCycleL, http://twitter.com/
5. Weekly Sunday afternoon Bike Rides, 1.30pm
from Church Square, LB.
Join a group of non-serious cyclists every Sunday afternoon at the Golden Bell Pub in Church Square for a 1.30pm start. No one is left behind on the short and varied rides around Leighton Buzzard. The Regular Riders group decide a route to suit everyone who turns up on the day. All abilities are welcome.
For more information please contact Sam on: enquiries@mbrsuk.com, 07736674410
6. Market Stall – Tuesday 9th February 2010
GoCycle’s Dr Bike will be at the Market Stall in the Town Centre on
Tuesday 9th February. We will be offering a FREE BIKE CHECK to members
of the public, no need to book, just bring your bike along. You can also pick up
FREE GoCycle local cycle maps from the stand.
7. Wheelie Wednesday – 10th February 2010, 12.30pm
Our next Wheelie Wednesday lunchtime cycle ride takes place on Wednesday 10th February. Meet at the Market Cross Leighton Buzzard at 12.30 for a guided cycle excursion lasting approximately one hour.
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8. Summary of GoCycle Events Planned for 2010
Please include these dates in newsletters and mailings to other clubs in the area, so everyone can take advantage of all the Cycling Fun!
February
3rd BuzzCycles Liaison meeting, Council Chambers, White House 7.30pm
7th Cycle Sunday – led family bike ride organised by BuzzCycles. Meet at Tiddenfoot Leisure Centre for 10am. Return by 12noon.
7th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
9th Dr Bike comes to town – visit us on our market stall
10th Wheelie Wednesday guided ride between 12.30 – 1.30. Meet at the Market Cross, Leighton Buzzard at for a leisurely lunch time ride.
14th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
15th&16th Half term school holiday programme
21st Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
28th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
March
3rd BuzzCycles meeting, The Crown pub, North Street. 7.30pm
7th Cycle Sunday – led family bike ride organised by BuzzCycles. Meet at Tiddenfoot Leisure Centre for 10am. Return by 12noon.
7th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
9th Dr Bike comes to town – visit us on our market stall
10th Wheelie Wednesday guided ride between 12.30 – 1.30. Meet at the Market Cross, Leighton Buzzard at for a leisurely lunch time ride. Take a break from the norm and GoCycle!
14th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
21st Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
22nd - 25th Bikeability Instructors course. Location and venue to be confirmed.
28th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
Check out our website www.gocycleleightonlinslade.org for cycle training. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced cyclist wanting advanced training we have a course to suit you and can arrange training at a time and location to meet your needs. FREE Cycle Training for any age group til April 2010.
Fill your diaries with all the GoCycle action! For information and to subscribe to our newsletter go to www.gocycleleightonlinslade.org
