Plan is to escape from the noise, traffic, pollution of the metros and highways and go cycling in the scenic country side paddy fields South of Chennai on Sunday early morning till evening covering around 100km. We'll be driving along little winding tar roads amid peaceful surroundings passing through small villages and alongside lakes in the company of like minded souls. Along the way we can take a refreshing dip in the many wells and pumps.
This trip is open for anyone to join including those who do not own a cycle (rental contact below)
Difficulty level - moderate (we ll be proceeding at an average speed of 15kmph)
Agenda
4am - assemble at Koyambedu
4:30am - assemble at Guindy
5am - assemble at Tirunvanmyur
<full day cycling in country side>
7pm - disperse at Tirunvanmyur
7:30pm - disperse at Guindy
8pm - disperse at Koyambedu
Summary
Total distance: 100km
Duration: 12 hours (including many stops for breakfast, lunch, lemon juice and refreshing dips)
Expense - free (cost sharing basis)
Cycle
Either MTB (preferred) or Hybrid
For rental contact Vishwanathan: 9940457777
What to carry
1) Comfortable, light, breathable clothing
2) Small backpack to carry essentials (1L drinking water)
3) Spare tube + spanner to remove wheel
4) Puncture kit (if you have one)
5) Extra shorts/tee to jump into well
6) Sun cap/sun screen/towel to protect against mid-day sun
7) Camera, fully charged batteries, memory card – optional
We'll be taking breakfast/lunch/snacks along the way
Organizer/Contact
Peter - peter.vangeit@gmail,com, 9600004509