Cycling
Subgroup:

The Cycling Subgroup offers all kinds of rides : Leisure to Professional eg: Off road tracks across the hills to places like Khanpur Dam, Taxila, the old Murree road etc. and in and around Islamabad itself, to enjoy the lush greenery and fascinating landscapes. The Sub Group occasionally coordinates with other similar interest groups based in Islamabad eg: The Critical Mass Cycling Group.
Coordinator: Haroon General
Co-coordinator: Kamran Shami

Subgroup Programmes:

Cycling - RIDE TO SHAKARPARIAN
Saturday, 17 July 2021
Summer Time: Bring along your family & friends and join us on an early morning ride around Shakarparian to take in the fresh environment...Looking forward to an active participation!
Those returning during the ride please inform the coordinators.
It is an easy ride and it’s on the road so all kinds of bicycle can join.
Please observe required SOP's!

Cycling - RIDE AROUND CONSTITUTION AVENUE
Saturday, 12 June 2021
Experience Islamabad at night...a ride specially planned for cycling enthusiasts! Join us with your family and friends... the more the merrier!
Those returning during the ride do please inform the coordinators.
An easy ride and on the road, so all kinds of bicycles can join. Please do observe required SOP's...Looking forward to a fun evening!!!

Cycling - PRE SEHRI RIDE TO FAISAL MOSQUE
Friday, 7 May 2021
Experience Islamabad at night... and with the rising of the dawn!
A pre- 'Sehri' ride during Ramzan...and an opportunity for those of you interested to try out a 'Sehri' meal to add on those extra calories, after the ride!
An easy ride and on the road .. all kinds of bicycle can join!
If you are returning during the ride please inform the Coordinators. SOP's to be observed.

Cycling - RIDE TO DAMAN-E-KOH
Saturday, 3 April 2021
A 'climbing' ride this month!
We will collect at the Zoo Parking lot, and ride up to Daman-e-Koh and back. If you want to challenge yourself, you can continue further to Monal Restaurant.
It is a Medium ride and it’s on the road so all kinds of cycling enthusiasts can join!
Route: Zoo > Daman-e-koh > Back to start or disperse and ride further to Monal after informing Coordinators.
Please Note:
•It is an outdoor event but please follow the Covid 19 SOP's.
•Bicycle: Must be fully checked with working brakes! Get your bicycle checked a day before the ride.
•If you need a bicycle it can be rented (Members Rs. 500/-) you can collect the bikes directly from AeroCycling (0313-2925478) just show your ASG membership card for special rates!
•Helmets: Strongly advised, for your own safety
•Refreshments: Bring your own/or enjoy the food offerings on the streets!
•Camera/Phone: For preserving your memories!
•Save the number: Of your Ride Coordinator for guidance/assistance regarding route or in case you intend to leave the group halfway during the ride!
•For Registration: SMS your Name, Mobile No and ASG ID on 0333-5111666
•Ride type: Easy
•Bike Type: Any
Disclaimer: ASG and CMI shall not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred from participating in the event.

Cycling - A RIDE AROUND F-9 PARK
Saturday, 6 March 2021
Join us for a 'family' ride around the F9 Park!
A ride specially planned for newcomers who want to test their biking skills on a relatively easy ride- since it is on the road, all kinds of bicycles can join. Children can come along too, if they want to ride inside the park!
Route: Bolan Gate (F-10 Side) Parking > Service road East > Jinnah Avenue > 9th Avenue > Margalla Road > Service road East > Back to start or disperse.
Please Note:
•It is an outdoor event but please do bring your face mask with you and follow the Covid 19 SOP.
•Bicycle: Must be fully checked with working brakes! Get your bicycle checked a day before the ride.
•If you need a bicycle it can be rented (Members Rs. 500/-) you can collect the bikes directly from AeroCycling (0313-2925478) just show your ASG membership card for special rates!
•Helmets: Strongly advised, for your own safety
•Refreshments: Bring your own/or enjoy the food offerings on the streets!
•Camera/Phone: For preserving your memories!
•Save the number: Of your Ride Coordinator for guidance/assistance regarding route or in case you intend to leave the group halfway during the ride!
- Ride type: Easy
- Bike Type: Any
Disclaimer: ASG and CMI shall not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred from participating in the event.

Cycling - Ride to Rose & Jasmine Garden
Saturday, 6 February 2021
The Rose and Jasmine Garden is a public garden located within the recreational area of Shakarparian near Sports Complex Aabpara, on Kashmir Highway in Islamabad, The park contains numerous kinds of roses, over 10 kinds of jasmine, and an array of other flowers. Every year, the garden hosts many festivals and flower shows!
Lovely weather ,an easy ride for everyone to enjoy..and it’s on the road so all kinds of bicycles can join!

Cycling - AROUND THE TAXILA HERITAGE SITES
Sunday, 17 January 2021
Situated about 32 km (20 mi) north-west of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, just off the famous Grand Trunk Road ,Taxila (meaning "City of Cut Stone") is an important archaeological site of ancient India..Ancient Taxila was situated at the pivotal junction of the Indian subcontinent and Central Asia. The origin of Taxila as a city goes back to c. 1000 BCE. Some ruins at Taxila date to the time of the Achaemenid Empire in the 6th century BCE, followed successively by Mauryan Empire, Indo-Greek, Indo-Scythian, and Kushan Empire periods.

Cycling - A RIDE AROUND F-9 PARK
Saturday, 12 December 2020
A family outing!
This is for all the new comers and families with children who want to test their riding skills in a relatively comfortable and stress-free location!

Cycling: Ride to Jandan
Friday, 30 October 2020
An off-road cycling jaunt-.a test of the rider’s endurance & perseverance! Bring out your MTB and stake your claim in the hills…Challenge yourself! An easy ride to Chauntra Village is followed by a tough part that will take us all the way up to the village Kot Jandaan. Tough climbs, breathtaking views, exciting and thrilling downhills…this is an opportunity to add this to your list of accomplishments!
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