Joy Rides are relaxed, social bike rides for anyone who wants to get out on two wheels. Each ride is led by one of our friendly, trained ride leaders. The routes are designed to be easy and mostly traffic-free routes around Exeter Quay and the Exe estuary. Rides last around two hours, including the briefing and wrap-up. The pace is nice and easy, no one is left behind, and suitable for any bike. Each ride starts at our workshop – Ride On, 61 Haven Road, EX2 8DP.
Although not required, we encourage riders to wear a helmet and have some that can be borrowed if you need. Please dress for the weather, and ensure your bike is in a road worthy condition. In adverse weather, we may cancel or cut short the ride at short notice so please check ahead (we will email you if this is the case). Saturday rides meet at 10.30am, and Wednesday evening rides meet at 6pm.
The Joy Rides are open to all. If you don’t have a bike of your own, we can provide one for you – but do let us know once your booking has been made by emailing [email protected].
Joy Rides are a partnership between Ride On, Exeter City Community Trust and Wellbeing Exeter and made possible due to funding from Sport England’s Movement Fund.
Route A : Turf Loop
A classic route – a relaxed ride down the river Exe and down to the Turf Locks. This is largely on flat, traffic free paths, so ideal for gaining confidence and riding socially.
Route details – click the map for more detail.
Booking page :
https://tidycal.com/team/rideonevents/joy-ride-turf-loop-route-a
Route B : Topsham Loop
This route is a blend of traffic free and low-traffic routes, riding down the estuary and into Topsham. Perfect for developing skills and confidence – it is has some traffic and junctions and a couple of short inclines.
Route details – click the map for more detail.
Booking page :
https://tidycal.com/team/rideonevents/joy-ride-topsham-loop-route-b
Route C : City Loop
This route explores the routes around the river, visiting the various infrastructure on both sides as well as the canal.
Booking page :
https://tidycal.com/team/rideonevents/joy-ride-city-loop-route-c
The dates are as follow :
