Event Overview
This reliability ride is a challenging, scenic and undulating ride in beautiful North Wales. The route encompasses little known lanes and valleys. The route is 46 miles and 5200ft of climbing.
Description
This event has Two objectives: Firstly to raise funds for charity (Breast Cancer). Secondly to enjoy a secluded ride through unspoilt country side affording you the opportunity to assess your fitness levels in anticipation of the season ahead.
Reliability
This term is historic and dates back to the early years of the 20th Century when equipment was less robust, roads poorly sign posted, and mobile phones were none existent.
Advisory Notes
Due to the challenging and rural nature of this ride low geared winter bikes are advised (not the day to bring out your shiny carbon steed!). There are no cafes on the route so be prepared with adequate nutrition. No back up arranged so you are fully responsible for any mechanical issues
Event Date & Location
This ride is on Sunday 2nd April 2017, HQ is on Saint Asaph Common, entrance next to Fountain garage LL17 0RF. Sign on from 8.30 am, £5.00 minimum entrance fee (all donations to Charity). Post ride refreshments available. Please make your interest known on the VCM FB Group – along with any questions.
Route Information
With a change to the usual signs or road markings this year we have embraced technology and the route is available via Strava. Many thanks to Greg who has plotted the route for us and saved it as a route on his account. So without further ado here is the VC Meldy 2017 Reliability Trial route.
