Join us for a delicious taste of what mountain biking is all about. This ride is an absolute hoot that will definitely leave you enthused and wanting more.
What’s it like?
The ride is built around two cracking descents that are guaranteed to put a smile on your face. If that’s not enough, the views over Winchester and the South Downs from the top are stunning.
The climbs that link the climbs are within everyone’s grasp with plenty of opportunity to ride at your own pace and chat with the other people on the ride. The views more than make up for any effort you’ve put into getting there.
But it’s the downs that are the heart of this ride.
The first is sweeping woodland singletrack that will have you grinning no matter how fast you choose to go. It’s steep enough to roll the whole way down without pedalling but never intimidating. The dirt is lovely and grippy while the corners are the perfect width to really enjoy.
The second descent is a perennial favourite of mountain bikers in the area because it’s so much fun. It’s a sunken lane that drops from the top of the down threading its way between tall hedges. It strikes just the right balance of steepness. It can be ridden as a flat-out bomb from the top, but it’s just as much fun taken at a gentler pace.
Did I mention the views? They’re lovely too. This is maximum fun for the minimum of effort.
At the end there’s always the opportunity to stop for a drink in Twyford village.
Who’s it for?
This is ideal for people who want to try mountain biking for the first time. It’s also perfect for anyone who has tried it and wants another taste.
The climbs on the route are all achievable by anyone. None of them are too big or steep and there are no real technical obstacles on any of them.
The descents are fun and engaging but neither steep nor too technical. Everything can be ridden comfortably at walking pace. Take them at your own pace: they’re a lot of fun no matter how fast you are going.
The distance is well within reach of everyone but there are opportunities to tailor the route to the fitness of the group on the day.
Where are we meeting?
We’ll meet in Hunter Park in Twyford.
The park entrance is on Park Lane which leaves the main road beside the Bugle Inn.
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- Hunter Park, Twyford
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- Park Lane, Twyford
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