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Do the reverse when you come back. Make very sure to join the cycle lane when B1046 disappears into the dual carriageway.
=== Save energy ===
Do not cycle too fast and exhaust yourself in the first half of the route, because there are quite a few small humps to climb in the second half. Also, you do not want to be too tired to fly when you arrive.
== Prepare for your trip ==
You will not take off without knowing what you are doing and preparing accordingly, nor should you commit yourself to this 22km cycling trip unprepared.
=== Prepare yourself ===
==== Eating ====
If you have time, have a good meal an hour before departure. This hour long interval is very important as it can be upsetting and unhealthy to have a workout immediately after eating. Besides, your performance will be significantly deteriorated. Carry water for your trip.
If you have booked a morning session and you do not have time for a proper meal, eat what you can but not too much. In this case it is important to bring some food with you. Cereal bars or bananas will do fine. Chocolate is not recommended as it can make you very thirsty. Also, carry some water to go with the snacks.
==== Know your limits ====
If you do not have much exercise normally, it can be quite challenging to cycle 22km. You are encouraged to try something 10km first to see how you feel. Make sure to plan the route as a closed ring so you are never very far away from home in case you get exhausted. For the first attempt to cycle to the airfield, do not carry too much weight with you.
==== Hydration ====
It is not normally necessary to eat (unless you have not had a meal beforehand) to remain fueled for the trip. However, constant drinking of water is absolutely necessary. Normally 600ml is just enough for a one-way trip but you should adjust this amount to suit your body's needs. If you are in doubt, carry more rather than less.
==== Clothing ====
Wear outdoor clothing suitable for the season. Remember you will need to wear the same thing once you arrive. Cyclists tend to wear less because the exercise keeps them warm, but once you arrive there will be a lot of standing still in chilly wind. If you cannot find a balance, carry one or two layers in a backpack with you.
==== Before you return ====
Have a sandwich which is available at the club (or whatever is available if there is no sandwich). Bear in mind the return trip is of the same length and your body can be much closer to exhaustion than you think.
