Cycle for fun
I’m Helen Enevoldson and I organise the Get Active bike rides. I’m 51 years old and I’ve been riding a bike since I was child. I love cycling because it helps me to feel my best physically and mentally, it gets me out in the fresh air and countryside and I meet some really interesting and happy people while I’m doing it!
I’ve had the privilege of cycling in Europe, the Far East and New Zealand. A bike is a fantastic way to appreciate the scenery and sights as well as a way to meet local people. A good thing about cycling as exercise is it gives you a healthy appetite. On my travels I’ve enjoyed delicious local food without worrying about the calories because I soon pedal them off again.
I’d like everyone to have a go at cycling because it is the greatest all-round exercise. The Get Active bike rides welcome everyone, especially people over 45. We have comfortable bikes, good routes away from traffic, and some friendly places for a brew and social time.
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Useful Links
Sustrans
Britains national cycle route builder, with lots of great routes.
http://www.sustrans.org.uk
Greater Manchester Cycle Campaign
Making things better for cyclists across Greater Manchester.
http://www.gmcc.org.uk
Cyclists Touring Club
Britain’s premier membership cycling club, great for bike insurance and cycle advice
http://www.ctc.org.uk
Cycle Holidays Directory
The place to look if you fancy a cycling holiday in the UK or abroad.
http://www.cycle-holidays.com
Trans-Pennine Trail
Cycle from Liverpool to Hull. Easy stages, traffic free and access by train. A fantastic way to explore this part of northern England on a bike.
http://www.transpenninetrail.org.uk
Bike Events
Lots of charity cycle rides to challenge you!