Information
Cycling Groups and Clubs in Bath
Bath Cycling Campaign does not generally organise rides, but if you're looking to ride with other people may want to try one of these.
Bath Cycling Club
The club has two club runs each week. The Sunday ride covers between 45-65 miles, depending on the time of year, and aims to return to Bath between 1.00-1:30pm. The Tuesday run is usually an all day ride taken at a gentle touring pace with a stop for lunch. The club is also takes part in road races, time trials and sportifs. see www.bathcc.net
CTC Bath Section
BANES Cycle Map
A map showing all the on and off road routes in BANES. Trafficed roads are colour coded to help you choose a route for you.
Available FREE from Libraries and Tourist Information.
I also have copies (Nigel)
Cycling the Kennet & Avon Canal in Bath
Guide from British Waterways includes advice for cycling on the towpath and routes.
Cars Parked in Cycle Lanes
Emma Murphy from Avon and Somerset Police advises that the telephone number to report cars parked in cycle lanes is 0845 456 7000 or a message can be sent via the website at www.avonandsomerset.police.uk
(I guess using the form at https://www.avonandsomerset.police.uk/contact/crime_reporting/ReportCrim... )
Why Cycle?
Because it's fun
Because it's healthy
Because it's a good family activity
Because it's environmentally friendly
Because it's sociable
Because it's quicker
Because you already have a bike
Copenhagen: City of Cyclists video
Something to cheer us up :)
Great 3min video of CPH cyclists doing their thing:
www.copenhagenize.com/2009/04/city-of-cyclists
"We look forward to the day when he can come and produce for us a
"Bath - City of Cyclists" or "Midsomer Norton and Radstock - Towns of
Cyclists"..."
-- http://bikingbrits.blogspot.com/2009/04/copenhagen-city-of-cyclists.html
Help police get stolen bikes back
A bike is stolen every 71 seconds in the UK so how do you get yours back if it is ? Well, if you register it on www.immobilise.com chances are, if the police find your bike, they can return it to you quickly. Immobilise is a database that enables you to record all your bike details, upload photographs and proof of purchase. The database is used by police to return items that have been recovered. You can also mark your bike with a special immobitag that thieves can't remove and you can also record details of your mobile phone, TV and other items.
Free Sustrans Information Pack
Complete the online form and Sustrans will send you a pack containing information about cycle routes in your area together with details on how to get back in the saddle.
General Information
Abandoned Bikes - Council Connect Tel: 01225 394041
Regulations
Guidance about lights on pedal bicycles (DfT)
Bike shops
AVC - Behind Bath Spa station. 10% off parts and clothing and 5% off bikes for BCC members.
John's Bikes - Walcot St, Bath
Hares Cycles - Weston, Bath
The CTC guide to family cycling
'The CTC guide to family cycling' is about getting children, from babes in arms to teenagers and all the points in between, on bikes.
This book is aimed at all families who are on the cusp of becoming cyclists or existing cyclists who have recently become parents. It is, in short, everything you need to know about cycling with children, from birth until they're bigger than you. It is currently the only book available on family cycling and it is a comprehensive guide on topics such as:
