Bolton

Friends,

Wednesday's ride will be a tour of East Lothian to marvel at the colours of the turning trees and the freshly worked fields that have mostly given up their seasonal produce. It will be a shorter ride than usual coming in at just under 40 miles. There could be a little light rain in the morning before the sun comes out to brighten the day and lift our spirits.

We meet at Fisherrow at 0950 ready for a 10am start, we will admire the views from Fa'side Castle before sweeping down to Tranent for a toilet stop. Our lunch stop will be at Bolton Village hall after 22 miles of riding.

After lunch it will be Haddington, the railway path, St Germains railway crossing and the coast road back to Fisherrow with afternoon tea at Lucas

You can see/download the route at :-

https://gb.mapometer.com/cycling/route_4970871.html

Bring suitable clothing for the predicted weather, 2 spare inner tubes, pump and basic repair kit, snacks and drinks to keep you going and a picnic lunch. Please do not forget to check before you start out that your bike is roadworthy especially the brakes. Always ride safely and in line with the Highway Code. In addition please be aware and ride in accordance with the group safe riding guidelines at

http://www.ctclothiansandborders.uk/riding-guidelines/

The group will always do their best to help anyone in mechanical difficulty. However, you are ultimately responsible for looking after yourself and getting yourself home. Please carry emergency contact details both on your person (card in wallet/purse, ICE on mobile) and in your bike bag. I will also compile an attendance sheet.

Hope to see as many of you as possible.

This ride is for members of UK Cycling. If you are not a member you are welcome on this ride although you will be expected to join after being on 3 UK Cycling rides. You should also be at the start by 9:50am.

Brian