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New trails open at Llandegla

By Andy Hawes on 8 November 2011
UPM Tilhill and Oneplanet Adventure have opened brand new sections of both Red and Black graded trails at Coed Llandegla.
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The 6km of new trail (which run almost the entire length of the forest) were made possible by funding from Forestry Commission Wales’ Better Woodland for Wales scheme and investment from the forest owner UPM Tilhill.

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Forestry Commission and CTC to work in tandem

By Andy Hawes on 1 November 2011
With a shared vision to increase cycling in woodlands, Forestry Commission England and CTC, the largest cycling membership organisation in England, are today celebrating the launch of their official partnership.
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The partnership agreement sets out an exciting joint ambition to increase the role that cycling plays on the Forestry Commission Estate to enhance the health and well being of the nation and to support local delamere-28.jpgtourism. We also would like to see local communities making the most of the natural beauty that the public forest estate offers and cycling is a great way to enjoy the surroundings.

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Lower gears on a road bike

By Andy Hawes on 25 October 2011
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I am recovering from a recent heart attack and need to lower the gears on my Specialized Roubaix. Current drivetrain is Shimano 105 with compact double chainset. I’ve looked at the option of using a 10-speed 12–36 cassette with a 9-speed mountain bike mech. Would smaller rings be another possibility? Or a triple chainset? From CTC supporter, John Plant

Dalby Forest, North York Moors National Park

You'll find an excellent selection of trails within Dalby Forest, catering for all abilities. Cycle Hire is also available from 'Purple Mountain'.

Dalby Forest trails

Cannock Chase, Staffordshire

You'll find a wealth of trails at Cannock Chase, the guys and girls of 'Chase Trails' have done a fantastic job creating a series of trails for all abilities. One of the midlands most popular riding spots!

Cannock Chase trails - Chase Trails

Aston Hill Bike Park, Buckinghamshire

Aston Hill Bike Park is a mountain bike venue situated just outside Wendover in the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Beauty. The park features five graded downhill (DH) runs, a 4X track and a two-part cross-country (XC) loop: it is a great venue for riders of all ages and abilities with something to challenge everyone, but is more suited to competent riders during the winter months.

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Off-road cycling project manager recognised by the Forestry Commission

By Andy Hawes on 19 October 2011
The man leading the 1 South West off road cycling project has been recognised by the Forestry Commission for his contribution to recreation in England.

Paul Hawkins was given an award by the Forestry Commission for having made the most significant contribution to recreation in England in the last 12 months.

Paul has led the 1 South West project from the start and, to date, the project has opened a range of trails at Moors Valley, Haldon Forest Park, Forest of Dean, and two South West Lakes Trust sites.

New trails are also under construction in Bristol, and plans are progressing in Cornwall and Plymouth.

Surrey Hills

The Surrey Hills offer a fantastic mix of trails for all mountain biking styles. The favored locations tend be between Shamley Green laying at the western end of the hills just 4 miles SSE of Guildford, through to the east at South Holmwood located a few miles to south of Dorking.

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