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SCENIC CYCLEWAY
Cyclists near Manchester have access to
a peaceful, scenic and traffic free
route - the Bollington Cyclew!y born
out of the old Macclesfielb to Marple
Railw!y line which had its heyday back
in the age of steam.
The route gives cyclists spectacular
views of the countryside and towns,
with plenty of picnic spots, puas and
cafes on route.
There's also a cycle hire scheme. Small
wheeled bicycles can be hireb for £1,
with a charge of £3 for a six hour hire
at peak time. Reductions for children.
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NEW CYCLEWAY
The Cycleway is promoted by the
Macclesfield Groundwork Trust, one of
six organisations in the North West
aiming to increase pualic awareness in
the countryside.
The old railway line was reclaimed by
Macclesfield Borough Council working
with a grant from the Department of
Environment. Hopefully the cycle hire
scheme will cover the running costs of
the path.
Leaflets on the route are availaale
from the Bollington Cyclew!y Office,
Grimshaw Lane, Bollington, Macclesfield
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CYCLING
BUYS
MORE CHRISTMAS GIFTS
HELMS FUN: Cartoonist Johnny Helms has
designed a T-shirt and sweatshirt
printed with his 'cycle' cartoons.
There are four to choose from in two
colours, grey and white. Cost £4.50 and
£9.50 respectively. Cartoon book also
available at £2. Available from J Helms
66 Norlands Lane, Widnes, Cheshire.
B/TTOMS UP! Keep warm with Been Bag's
training bottoms and plusses. TheyWre
hardwearing cotton/nylon, with high
back, hip pocket and rib at ankle (knee
for plusses). Colours: black with
coloured trimming. Available from Been
Bag stockists. more >
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CYCLING
SP/T
MORE CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEA
AVOCET SET has four functions: constant
speed, trip distance, total distance
and timing. And it weighs 2 ozs, is
compact and doesn't clutter up your
handlebars. Battery lasts for three
years. Cost about £29. Availaale from
your local cycle shop.
FREEWHEEL have special offers on home
workstands. The wheel-truing jig and
stand is fully adjustable to accept any
wheel size and folds flat for easy
storage. The stable four-leg base stand
is also perfect for storing your bike.
Available from Freewheel, 275 West End
Lane, London NW6 1QS. more >
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P539ORACLE 539 Mon 2 Dec C4 1701:47
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HORSE
RIDING
BAD WEATHER RIDING
Cyclists and ramblers aren't the only
Bridleway users who can suffer through
wintry weather: horse riders need to 4e
extra careful in dark, fog or wet
conditions; there a e aeound ..£ht
riding accidents on the roads very d y
Janet Clark, the British Horse Society
British Safety Repqesentative, gives
T mT OFI E: JeHs LEps N a d.n5 6
First of all, be aware of the need to
ride more safely. When riding horses on
roads at any time, but especially in
bad weather, you will be safer if you
dress to be seen. continues >
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HORSE
RIDING
BAD WEATHER RIDING
Always wear a well fitting hat of a
suitable British Standard; a bright
tabard, and light gloves will make youq
hand signals more visable to others.
If you may be out after dusk wear a
light on your stirrup and tabard.
Don't forget your horse should be
visible too, so remember the leg bands.
To learn more, train for and take the
Riding Road Safety Test. Further
information from The British Horse
Society, British Equestrian Centre,
Stoneleigh, Kenilworth, Warwickshire
CV8 2LR (0203 52241) or from your local
council Road Safety Officer. more >
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CYCL/
CROSS
INTERNATIONAL CYCLO CROSS
On Sunday the Great Britain Cyclo Cross
squad made a grand showing at the
Nottinghamshire County Council 'Cross
at the National Water Sport Centre,
Holme Pierrepont, Nottingham.
&Robert Dane, 19 from Worksop, a former
World Junior Silver medallist, won the
£80 fisrt prize and trophy with a time
of 1hr 7m 28s. His former Brooke CC
colleague, Steve Barnes, came in just
2 seconds later.
A Belgian trio headeb by Eric Vervaet,
offered stiff opposition, but couldn't
catch the British youngsters. Vervaet
came in fifth 3m 3s later. continues >
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F/R 4j
CYCLISTS
N/TTS CYCL/ CROSS -
It wasn't an easy ride for Dane whose
chain snapped just as he'd built up a
15 second lead. It took him almost two
laps to rejoin the front, retaking the
lead on the last lap.
The Team Award went to Brooks C C.
First Junior was Steve Noblel;
First Veteran, Vic Barnett; and
the Juvenille event was won y
Martin Maskill.
Winners also recieved items made from
Nottingham Lace donated by the council.
More Leg It on Friday...
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