This sounds like a nice way to get involved in the Olympics…leading groups of cyclists along pre-planned routes into the Games’ venues. If I was London-based I’d be seriously considering getting involved. Here are the details:
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS – RIDE LEADERS NEEDED FOR THE OLYMPICS AND PARALYMPICS GAMES
BikeBuddies has been appointed by the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) to run a series of Led Cycle Rides for visitors to the Games and Paralympic Games.
These rides are completely free and aimed at Games ticket holders who may wish to go to their event by bike. We are serving 15 venues in all and are looking for experienced cyclists to volunteer to lead specific cycle rides. Maps, tabbards and basic ride leader training will be provided.
We are specifically looking for cyclists who live within striking distance of one or more of the following start points:
- Arsenal FC, Emirates Stadium
- Beckton Alps, the Greenway
- Chelsea FC, Stamford Bridge
- Clapham Common
- Dorchester, Sports pavilion
- Kew Bridge
- Ladywell Fields (south Lewisham)
- Maidenhead, near the station
- Peckham, behind the Library
- Sadlers Wells Theatre, EC1
- Shepherds Bush Green
- Spurs FC, White Hart Lane
- Tower Bridge, north side and south side
Most rides are early in the morning, which would allow volunteers to continue on to work after the ride into the venue has been completed. The rides are limited to 10 members of the public and there will be a Ride Leader and an Assistant Ride Leader at the rear. All routes have been designed by Sustrans specifically for the 2012 Games to be as safe and pleasant as possible and to provide legacy cycle routes for years to come.
If you think you might be interested in getting involved in this once in a lifetime opportunity, please get in touch in the first instance by sending an email to info@bikebuddies.com with a rough indication of where you live and contact phone number.
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