Road Bike Ride in Arrábida

Hi Bike Buds! 🚴

#FollowTheCalves 🦵🏻 are heading to Setúbal / Arrábida for the day on Sunday!

Itinerary

• Train from Lisbon Roma Areeiro → Setubal 08:53-09.51 (You can also join this train en route at Entrecampos, Sete-Rios, Campolide...or drive and meet us at Setubal station).
• We will do two loops on the route. You can do just the first loop or continue to ride the second loop if you are feeling good
• First option is 43km & 700m elevation
• Second option extends to 67km & 1,230m elevation total
• A few of us plan to bring swimsuits and towels. We may go for a swim and enjoy the sun depending on the weather. This is optional, you could return to Setubal for the train if you prefer to skip.
• Train Setubal --> Roma Areeiro (Time TBC depending on when we finish. Trains are ~every half hour).

Route Map & Description

Please check the links for the route to ensure it is a good match for your riding abilities. The route has some challenging hills (especially the longer route) and will have some (usually moderate) car traffic to be mindful of.

Single Loop Route 1 43km
Double Loop Route 2 67km

Booking train tickets

• Please note that you will be responsible for buying your own train ticket. We advise arriving early on the day as the machines for this train can misbehave and the station can be difficult to navigate.
• Tickets are ~€5 each way.

Bike hire

• We ride road and gravel bikes
• You can rent from a few places in Lisbon. We recommend Lisbon Bike Rentals as they have really good quality bikes and are opposite Cais Do Sodre station.
• You can also try Biclas for some cheaper options.
• We advise against electric bikes - they are too heavy to carry and go too slow on the flats.

What to bring

• Breathable clothes (we wear lycra, but that's not obligatory, just handy for pockets so you don't need to bring a bag)
• Snacks (nuts, protein balls, glucose etc. are small but helpful for tough stretches)
• Do not come without water and a helmet!
• An appetite for some ice cream, an adventure and some fun!

Cordial Calves,
Sully and Bike Buds

FAQs:

• Do you have WhatsApp group? Yes, you can join the cycling group here https://sportlisbon.club/whatsapp/
• Do you require any special skills? Yes, see route description for fitness required.
• What happens if I get a puncture? We recommend bringing a spare inner tube and a multitool. Failing that, XL taxi to the nearest bike shop / home is the fall back option.

Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Liability
By signing up as a member of the Sports & Social Meetup group and/or attending this event, you and your guests or minors (if applicable) accept that practicing sports can be dangerous and fully assume all risks associated with such participation, including travel to and from the event. You agree to be responsible for your own safety and equipment; You and your successors agree to hold all Organizers and other Sports & Social members harmless in the event of equipment loss or damage, injury or death.