- Cycling
in the Rain?
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- The Sefton Park
Travelwise bike ride took place on August 18th
and proved a great success despite the occasional
downpour.
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- Several members of
Liverpool’s Healthstart took par and Cristina
Doughty from the company said:- “When we
arrived at King’s Dock we were relieved and
pleasantly surprised that the weather had begun to
clear, and the group of cyclists didn’t resemble
the participants of the Tour de France!
We all loved the ride and found the route
enjoyable. In fact we enjoyed ourselves so much that there is talk of us
attending the next ride!”
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- This Travelwise ride
was particularly special as it included the
presentation of a Health Challenge Award to the
Travelwise, “It’s Bike Time”
scheme. The scheme won a runner up prize in an annual competition
that acknowledges and rewards the work of schools,
businesses and alliances, working to improve the
health of people in the region.
The award is funded through contributions by
health authorities in the North West, and recognizes
the way in which the Travelwise rides not only
encourage fitness and well being, but also promote
community spirit.
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- The travelwise rides
are organized by Merseyside Cycling Campaign, in
conjunction with Healthstart, to promote cycling
throughout Merseyside.
They demonstrate the benefits of cycling over
less environmentally friendly forms of transport.
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- The Travelwise
routes are specially designed for cyclist of all
standards and all abilities.
By participating in the rides, cyclists are
able to build up their confidence and skills, which
will encourage them to use their bikes as a regular
mode of transport.
The rides start at 2pm and last between 2-3
hours at an easy pace.
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- On each route there
is a designated refreshment break.
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- It is recommended
that all riders wear a helmet and an adult must
accompany under 14’s
(we suggest that all children under seven
years of age use a child seat or trailer).
Families, friends and individuals are all
welcome on the rides.
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- Other events in the
Travelwise Series:-
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- Canal Route
(Leeds – Liverpool Canal) Sun,
September 1st
- Loop Line
(Halewood)
Sun, September 15th
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