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The Pedal Pushers plus two easy riders took advantage of the unexpected late sunshine today. Cycling along the Cheshire Lines as far as Formby we enjoyed lovely weather and were also treated to an unexpected sight of hundreds of geese feeding on the crop stubble. On our outward ride we were caught unawares and weren’t quick enough to catch on camera the spectacle of them taking flight as they caught sight of us. However, on our return, after a coffee stop on the lovely outdoor terrace of  the Sparrowhawk, we pushed our cycles when in the vicinity of the fields and managed to catch the upward flight. Truly a great sight and well worth creeping quietly along the hedge line! Return distance today just under 16miles, made even more enjoyable by good company and the late summer warmth.

Taking advantage of the sunny day, 7 members of the pedal pushers cycling group set out as usual from Litherland Sports park. Rather than our usual tow path routes we ventured forth along Dunningsbridge Road, using  the side of the road cycle ways, then  took the road route towards Walton Vale and joined the Cheshire Lines path at Orrell Park. Continue reading →

When I joined the group I had only ever ridden a two wheeler bike as a child, I had never ridden an adult bike, and that was 60 years ago, so to say I was rusty was an understatement.  My main fear was riding  on roads.

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Members of the Pedal Pushers took part in a photo shoot for the CTC (the Cyclists’ Touring Club).  The CTC is a charitable membership organisation supporting cyclists and promoting bicycle use.  It is the largest such organisation in the UK, and since January 2007, CTC’s president has been the newsreader Jon Snow.

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