CTC's annual women's rides 2nd - 3rd June 2007
The CTC are organising these rides all over the country so check out the website www.fivemilestofabulous.com for the locations and descriptions of the rides. We fancy a trip to Cornwall to do a section of the Camel Trail, especially as it finishes at Padstow, home of Rick Steins cafe, fish'n'chip shop and deli..... yummy!
Five miles to Fabulous is the new branding for the CTC Cycling for Women weekend, an annual initiative designed to increase participation in cycling amongst women. This is the 3rd year of the initiative, and they are building on the experiences from the last two years to make this year bigger and better.
Don't stop reading if you're into doing 100's of miles on your bike and don't think this is for you. This is the perfect opportunity to get your buddies into cycling, tell you friends and help them drag their old bike out of the shed and get riding again. Who knows you may have a new riding partner soon enough?
CTC says...
Women have an influential role in the travel decisions of the family, and this can lead to an increase in family cycling, including children cycling to school and partners commuting to work. This is a good opportunity for groups, cycle trainers and local authorities to publicise their cycle activities and services in this often hard to reach sector.
Five miles to Fabulous is targeted at women who have a basic level of cycling competency, but haven't cycled for many years and/or lack confidence and need a motivator to help them get back on the bike. This is created through a supportive, friendly atmosphere, amongst likeminded peers, with an experienced cycle leader to develop skills and give advice and encouragement.
We are looking for more event organisers across the country, to provide as many opportunities as possible for women to take part and get cycling. Want to know how to organise a Five Miles to Fabulous event? Go to www.fivemilestofabulous.com
So tell your friends and let's work together to get more women and girls riding bikes
Here are some handy notes for the Five Miles to Fabulous riders
If it's been a while since you last used a bike, don't worry - lots of other people on the day will be in the same boat. All you need to bring is a bike that works, a drink and a snack, and yourself.
When you arrive, you will be met by one of our friendly cycle leaders who will show you some basic skills and then guide you on a gentle five-mile ride on traffic-free or quiet lanes.
One last thing. The ride is not competitive - it's about having fun while you get fit. Oh, and it's free to enter.
There are riding tips, and how to get started info on the www.fivemilestofabulous.com website. Go to the website if you would like to organise a Five miles to Fabulous event in your area. 
Bex Hopkins
