Red Planet bikes are the nearest shop to the Croft Trail. They hold a ride every Tuesday night, starting from the shop. Google map of shop location.
From their site:
All you have to do is pitch up at your favorite bike shop between 6pm and 6.30pm every Tuesday night with your dancing shoes on and we’re off for a ride! Well, cycling shoes would be better, but you know what I mean. We’re usually out for a couple of hours, it’s a friendly pace. Come on, don’t be shy, see you on Tuesdays.
The rides usually go over the ridgeway, sometimes using the Croft Trail as part of the route. It’s a friendly and fun event. You’ll often find MBSwindon riders on the ride.
Hi,
I am on a course in swindon on tuesday 7th september and am keen to bring my bike. As i do not know swindon at all I was keen to join up with this evening ride and wondered if new comers are allowed? I cycle all the time in hampshire so im sure i wont be left behind!!
Do you need night lights or will standard lights cope??
Thank you
Stuart Eames
Hi Stuart,
Sadly, as I don’t work in Swindon I’ve never managed to get onto one of the Red Planet rides. However, I believe that as long as you turn up on time then you’re welcome.
Why not contact the shop directly (http://www.redplanetbikes.co.uk/ 01793 522211) just to be sure? They’re a nice bunch and can probably advise re lights too.
Sorry not to be of much use!