Get back on your bike!
- Written by Sue Englefield
It is a well researched fact that cycling on a regular basis can lower cholesterol levels, increase overall fitness, reduce stress and generally provide better mental well-being. Plus it’s fun! So, from Sunday 4th September, Activity Algarve Bike Rides are introducing a brand new fortnightly bike ride.
It is specifically designed for people who want to start riding again but feel they need a bit of a helping hand to get started, or those who just fancy a leisurely Sunday ride to enjoy the fresh air, beautiful Algarve coastline and countryside and who would enjoy meeting like-minded people. Our rides will encompass a mixture of dirt tracks and (mostly) quiet roads, with the odd incline to (get that heart going!). The pace will be relaxed and we will stop as many times as we need to for those who need to get their breath back or just have a drink of water.
Generally it will last between one and a half and two hours. This will depend largely on who attends and the general pace of the group.
It will be a fortnightly event, starting at 9.30am on a Sunday morning and will usually focus around the Central Algarve. This means that most people can enjoy the ride and still be
back in plenty of time for lunch. The charge is €5 per rider.
There will be no cafe stop en route, but the ride will aim to start at or near a cafe, finishing there too. So anyone fancying a coffee or a beer afterwards can linger for a while and compare notes with their fellow riders.
Those attending must have a clean bill of health (we recommend you consult your doctor if you are unsure) and be able to ride a bike already. Mountain bikes are ideal, due to the quality of some of the tracks.
We also recommend you bring a spare inner tube, though someone will be on hand to help you change it. It is a good idea to get your bike serviced before you come, just to be on the safe side.
Finally, helmets are compulsory. No helmet, no ride!
For more information and to get directions and dates of rides, sign up on Activity Algarve Facebook page, call Samantha Diamond on 914 665 870 or email diamond.samantha@gmail.com
This is also how you can let us know you are coming and, more importantly, allows us to inform you of any last minute changes to the itinerary.
