Afan Forest Riders is a Beicio Cymru affiliated women's cycling club geared towards mountain and gravel bike riding.
Based out of the picturesque Glyncorrwg Mountain Bike Centre we aim to provide a welcoming and encouraging environment to help you on your off road cycling journey.
With advice and basic off road skills sessions aimed at beginner off road riders to build confidence, and social / guided rides for all abilities our aim is to give you the foundation to take your riding where you want it to go.
About Afan Forest Riders
Who are we?
Who can join?
Who can join?
- We are a community volunteer run club affiliated to and operating under the guidance of Beicio Cymru (Welsh Cyling)
- We are predominantly a Mountain Bike and Gravel Club
- We are based at Glyncorrwg Mountain Bike centre which gives us a good range of trails and gravel roads to explore around the Afan Valley
- As experienced racers we can offer
- We are a community volunteer run club affiliated to and operating under the guidance of Beicio Cymru (Welsh Cyling)
- We are predominantly a Mountain Bike and Gravel Club
- We are based at Glyncorrwg Mountain Bike centre which gives us a good range of trails and gravel roads to explore around the Afan Valley
- As experienced racers we can offer a wealth of advice for anyone looking to progress to racing
Who can join?
Who can join?
Who can join?
- Currently we are a women only club.
- You must be able to ride a bike, we will help with the rest
- Age 18 and over , there are plans for a kids club in the future.
What Equipment do I need?
What Equipment do I need?
What Equipment do I need?
- A helmet is mandatory for all our on bike activities.
- You can start out learning basic skills on virtually any bike you have available to you.
- Bike Hire is available on site with Afan-a-blast.
- Gloves and pads are recommended
- Clothing/waterproofs suitable for the weather
How much does it cost?
What Equipment do I need?
What Equipment do I need?
Yearly membership is available at £15
This provides access to advice and help for any aspect of off road cycling. Skills sessions, race guidance.
Club members also have access to our private facebook group to help you find riding friends from only within club members.