SG Wild West Cycling & Sight-Seeing

Meetup point: Kranji Station rear drop-off point
https://maps.app.goo.gl/yNmgEwJ8m9Vvg1KdA
[behind MRT station]
Roll off time: 7.30 am
End ~ 1 pm

Suitable for confident road Cyclists who prefer sight-seeing ride than speeding & get home by 9 am.

Lim Chu Kang and the surrounding North West Singapore area offer one of the most rural cycling experiences on the island, characterised by agricultural farms, lush greenery, colonial-era buildings, and quiet coastal stretches. The area is popular with road cyclists for morning training and those seeking a scenic escape from city traffic.

Key Information for Cyclists:

• Re-aligned Road: The new Lim Chu Kang Road is a dual-lane carriageway extending from Jalan Bahar to Old Choa Chu Kang Road, replacing the older stretch.
• Scenic Route: A popular, quiet route for cyclists passing many places that you rarely get to see, like: Features various vegetable and dairy farms for a "rural" Singapore experience, long stretches of roads, farms, & SG biggest cemetery for all ethic groups and races.
• Kranji Reservoir Park & Dam: A scenic spot to pause, popular for fishing, with views of the reservoir and nearby Kranji War Memorial.

General route plan:
Kranji War Memorial - Source of Pang Sua River - Choa Chu Kang Wy - Brickland Rd - Old Choa Chu Kang Rd - Nirvana Memorial Garden - new Lim Chu Kang Road - Sarimbun Scout Camp - Sarimbun Beach Landing - Kranji Dam - Reservoir - Kranji Station.

Who is Suitable?
• You must be very competent at cycling on the road with traffic
• You must have cycled for the last half to 1 year with a minimum of 40 km
• You must be able to comfortably achieve an average speed of 16 - 20 km/hr on a flat road.

Breakfast: It's important to start with breakfast. Bring money to buy snacks/coffee along our route. We roll off on time to get to a very special breakfast place.

Guest ok? Yes, but those wanting to bring friends: You're responsible for ensuring your guests follow our rules & safety. Please do NOT just bring friends w/o rsvp. It is your responsibility that your guests are competent riders & follow SANL rules throughout the event!

Strict Timing:
We aim to ride off by 7.30 am latest. So we get a quick coffee break after 15 km.

Consider these requirements below before you rsvp:

• You MUST be a competent road cyclist with your own bike - able to cycle confidently along with vehicles, as there will be some road sections & may not have sweepers to help around.

• No rental bikes, and it's not making it.
• If you are borrowing a bike from friends, make sure it's a higher-quality type. COMPULSORY to wear a helmet. *****************************

Must bring items 1.0 - 1.5 litres of water or isotonic drinks, sunblock, arm covers, rain gear, sun protection accessories, snacks/energy bars. $$$ Money for lunch. Please wear covered shoes (No sandals please !) It's good to wear long pants to prevent sunburn on your legs.

Disclaimer Terms of Participation as follows:
If the participant is absent at the specified meeting point on the agreed date and time, the organisers will not wait for the participant. The participant acknowledges that this is an adventure trip. The itinerary serves as a guide only, and flexibility may be required. The organisers cannot be held responsible for any accidents OR changes/cancellations/delays caused by accidents, strikes, government regulations, weather conditions or natural calamities, etc.
**When you turn up for this event, it is understood that you have read, agreed and accepted the above terms and conditions.*