CLASSIC
POSTIE
BIKE
TOURS

 

POSTIE BIKE LEVEL 1
These are for people who haven't been before and are new to the bikes and also with limited off road experience. They're a mix of scenic road and trail and a great taster of the potential of the mighty postie.

DATES FOR 2024
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PRICE: £185 per person, includes fuel and insurance subject to a £250 excess.


POSTIE BIKE LEVEL 2

These days are for people who have been before or who have experience of either a centrifugal clutch and/or light to moderate green laning. They will take in a different route to Level 1 and incorporate some longer, more challenging lanes.

DATES 2024
TBC

PRICE: £185 per person, includes fuel and insurance subject to a £250 excess.

TO ENQUIRE ABOUT ANY OF THESE DATES PLEASE USE THE CONTACT FORM AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE. FOR GROUP BOOKINGS ON ADDITIONAL DATES PLEASE ALSO GET IN TOUCH. MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE 6.

CT SAFARIS
These are for people who have been before or have some experience of riding trails or bikes with centrifugal clutch and involve two days of riding, heading out on day one over Exmoor, staying in a bunkhouse that evening, and riding back the next day to complete a circuit of around 140 miles. These are a great way of making more of an adventure out of it and giving you the time to relax into the bikes and enjoy the scenery and incredible riding we have down here in North Devon.
 

DATES:
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PLEASE NOTE
These days involve riding conditions that you might not have ridden in before, including mud, grass and rocky services. The pace is gentle and no one is asked to do anything they don't feel comfortable doing, but there is an inherent risk involved and riders acknowledge and accept this risk when participating in a postie bike experience day. Please see below for common questions.

 

COMMON QUESTIONS
What do I wear?
It's a requirement that you wear the bare minimum of a road legal helmet, eye protection (goggles, visor etc), gloves and suitable sturdy boots. These don't necessarily have to be motorcycle boots but must give ankle protection. Trainers not permissible. It's also strongly recommended that you wear protection to your knees, elbows and shoulders. Waterproofs are also advised if poor weather forecast.
How long will you be riding for?
We'll be out on the bikes for between six and seven hours, with time in that for several refreshment stops including lunch. For those who don't ride frequently this can feel a long day, so it's important that you declare any medical issues at the outset and let the guide know if you're starting to struggle or need a break. People of all ages have taken part on a postie bike day, and the main thing is that you ride at your own pace.
What terrain will we ride on?

The rides are designed to show you the best of the North Devon countryside as well as give you a taste of legal green laning. Green lanes are unpaved byways open to all traffic (BOATS) that maybe muddy, rocky or grassy. We will ride between 6 and 10 of these lanes throughout the day. The rest of the time we will be on the A and B roads that might be single track and interesting in their own right. Everything we ride will be legal.

What if it rains?
It's obviously difficult to work around the weather and invariably we may have rain the day that you visit. Bring waterproofs if that is the case, and just be conscious that the lanes will be a little more slippy/muddy. Only if it's torrential rain would we possibly look to cancel.

Are the bikes easy to ride?
The bikes were designed originally to be easy to ride and are easy to ride, they're just a little different to what people are used to in that they don't have a clutch lever. Instead it has an automatic clutch that engages and disengages with the throttle (much like a twist and go), but also has gears that you need to close the throttle to change. It might take the first hour or so to get used to. Also bear in mind that the bikes have been on many adventures, therefore things aren't as fresh as they once were. The brakes are also drum brakes, so don't have the efficiency of modern brakes. Generally, most people get the hang of it after a short while.

What if I damage the bike?
There is a £250 excess on the bikes, which comes into effect if you significantly damage the bike or if you have a collision involving a third party. It's expected that you pay this excess on the day of the incident. Generally, damage is generally light - a broken wing mirror, break lever or bent handlebars - with this damage charge at a nominal fee; £10 for a wing mirror, £15 for a break lever and £40 for the handlebars etc.

What if I injure myself?
Please note that riders take part in postie bike adventure day at their own risk. Of course, with motorcycling there is always a risk of injury, and with riding on trails the risk of having an accident also increases. If you're self employed it's worth considering an insurance policy that protects your income in the event of an accident or injury. The main thing is to ride at a pace that suits you and if you don't wish to ride any of the terrain then please feel free to make that clear. No one is obliged to ride anything.

What skills do I need?
Basic bike skills are obviously essential, although the beauty of the CT110 is that you don't need to have ridden off road before to do so on these machines. Being realistic about your ability and riding within your limits are the most useful skills to have. Anyone not riding within their limits will be asked to do so and if they continue to ride in a manner that's not safe for them or the rest of the group then their ride will be terminated and no refund offered.

What about food and refreshments?
We'll stop for a mid morning coffee around 11am, and then lunch at around 1pm, which is usually at somewhere quick and convenient; pastie, sandwich etc. A mid afternoon ice cream stop is often also factored in. If you want to bring snacks and drinks then please feel free to do so.

What about health conditions, medication or injuries?
You are asked to disclose anything that might effect your ability to ride prior to setting out. This could be medication, allergies, recent surgeries, old injuries etc, with it advised if you have any concerns to get in touch in advance and talk them through. If you have asthma and use a pump then please bring it. Equally, if you have an allergy and carry an epipen then please let us know where it's kept.

What licence do I need?
You will need a minimum of an A1 licence, be over the age of 21 and have at least one year's experience post test. If you haven't ridden for over five years please make this known when booking. If you haven't ridden for over 10 years then a one on one session would be advised.

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To book, please go to the relevant dates on the booking calendar below. PLEASE NOTE: If a date is password protected it means it's a private group booking.

PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR GROUP BOOKINGS, SHORT DURATION RIDES OR BESPOKE TOURS.