Ten of us set off yesterday from the SEC for a 46 mile round trip, five of us on conventional bikes and five using electric assistance – and there were some hills, so the power was switched on!

We made our way out to the canal at Anniesland and then up to Milngavie before getting on to the West Highland Way. Not ideal for most of us, better with a mountain bike, but there were some glorious views:

The railway path was good to cycle on, although walkers were out in abundance – some for a short stroll and some doing the whole West Highland Way. We had lunch in Killearn, looking across the wonderful view and then we cycled down the hill and on to the cycle path that took us over the Endrick Water and to Croftamie.

The bridge is quite high and narrow but fine to use:

We continued on to Jamestown and Alexandria, from where we followed the path along the River Leven to Dumbarton.
This was easy cycling and after a wee rest in Dumbarton we all made our way back to Glasgow, some following the canal all the way to the city and some following the old railway line through Bowling.

Next month our ride will be shorter, heading out east with a cafe lunch stop in Drumpellier Park (more details here on the website).

We will start by going through the West End of Glasgow, then head for the Bears Way cycle route.

Then onto part of the West Highland Way once clear of Milngavie. After lunch in Killearn, we will head westwards through Croftamie to reach the Vale of Leven. Return to Glasgow along the railway path and canal.

45 miles, with the occasional steeper climb, and some bits on main roads. Various sections of path on this route are not asphalted. A shorter 30 mile ride can be had by joining us as far as Alexandria or Dumbarton for the train back to Glasgow.

We will meet at our usual starting point, on the north riverside, to the east of Bells Bridge, near the Armadillo at 10:00
Bring a packed lunch or buy something in Killearn.