Postponed- She Rides Queen Elizabeth Country park Social Ride

What to Expect:

This is a social ride for anyone above beginner level, but it’s worth noting that QECP is known for its single track and natural trails. Be aware that this is not a ride suitable for absolute beginners- riders must be comfortable in tackling blue and red trails comfortably; we will meet in the spot below, get acquainted and head out.

Once we are warm and ready we will start at a chill pace and maybe check out the skills area for a bit of fun, then we can take it from there; remember that the trails here are natural and fast, so absolute beginners will struggle.

We will have a ‘lunch break’ of sorts in the middle of the day where we can grab some food and a hot drink from the wonderful Beechwood Kitchen Cafe, located on site.

It’s a super loose structure; we won’t be rushing to get done, we won’t be pushing to tick off features- the aim is to have fun, support each other and ride bikes as a group!

No pressure, just good times!

Where to Meet Us:

Dawn will be ready and waiting just outside the QECP Cafe at 09:45 ready to ride for 10 am (we’re not going to hang around too long, so try to be on time so you don’t miss the ride).

You can park in a number of carparks, but the one we recommend is the Main Visitor Centre carpark, as this is where the meeting point is- plus it’s cafe adjacent!

Dawn will be there so make yourself known to her and get acquainted.

The What3Words for our meeting spot:

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What Should you Bring?:

It’s super important to note that we will not ride with anyone who is not wearing a helmet!

Other than that, the protective gear that you bring is up to you- we normally ride with knee pads and maybe gloves, depending on the conditions. You’ll also need a bike that is trail suitable and safe, and some water to keep you going.

It is possible to hire a bike from Southern E-Bikes, but we strongly recommend that you do it well in advance if that’s your plan.

What Will it Cost?

The ride itself is totally free, we won’t be charging you anything for our company.

The QECP carpark is a paid carpark, and the prices are as follows:

Up to 4 hours: £5.50

Full Day: £7

It’s totally up to you how long you stay for but getting the full day means we don’t have time restraints and the money goes to maintaining the trails- it’s a win, win.

Other than that, having some money spare for a bit of lunch and a coffee is a great idea, although you don’t have to buy anything if you don’t want to- feel free to bring your own pack lunch and snacks, as well as plenty of water.

Extra Info:

Here is the link to the QECP website:

https://www.hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/countryparks/qecp

And here is a quick disclaimer from us, please do take a look:

This is NOT a guided ride and there will be no coaching, we’re simply meeting you at the trail head to make some friends, push each other as a group, and get women on the trails. We do not accept any responsibility / liability for any accidents, and we will refuse to ride with anyone who arrives without the correct safety equipment or an unsafe bike. All riders must sign up in order to ride and in doing so you are agreeing to these terms. All riders must be ages 18 or above.

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