New to Rough-Stuffing?
You don’t have to join first. Why not come on some of the rides and see if you like off-road cycling. Please ring the area secretary if you would  like any more information about the Group’s activities.

About the Area Group
Read about our past rides or check out the photo gallery find out what a group of friends get up to on there bikes.

Future Meets
For more information on future events of the South Lakes Group click this link. Have you got any ideals for future events?,  would you like to lead a ride?, do you have a favourite campsite or youth hostel you wish to share with a group of friends, please let Simeon the area  secretary know about it.

Contacting the Area Group
Please ring Simeon on (01524)811843.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many miles do you on a ride?
We usually do, between 15 miles to 35 miles on a day ride, with third to half of this is off road.

Where do you meet?
Usually at a carpark.

What type of bike should I come on?
Some members use mountain bikes, some use touring bikes.

What do I need to bring on the ride?
Would you please bring lunch, drink, two spare inner tubes plus pump, toolkit, lights that work, spare warm clothing and waterproofs.

What time do you get back at?
We usually try get back to the start before six o’ clock but it may be later in the summer months.

Will I be able to keep up?
Yes, we usually go at the speed of the slowest rider and yes we also get off the bike and walk up steep hills.

What the different between a mountain bike club and Off-road cycling touring club?
The main different is we get off and walk. We also do not try to ride all off road parts of the ride like most mountain bikers do.

How many members come on a ride?
We usually get 3 to 12 members out on a ride.

Who leads the rides?
Usually the area secretary.

Do you have many weekend away?
The group usually meets up with other groups for camping and youth hostel weekends through out the year.