Everyone seems so professional, isn't this just for experienced cyclists?
Absolutely not! All ages, skill and fitness levels are welcome. Due to the safe, controlled environment the track is a very good place to start your training from. Remember, the "experienced professionals" were once beginners! You do not need to be competitive to enjoy riding on the track. Track racing is all about speed, however, the track is a great place to work out, improve your fitness and cycling skills. No traffic, no stop streets, no hills.

Those bikes don't have brakes and you cannot free, isn't that dangerous and scary?
Not at all. Like all new experiences riding a fixed gear and without brakes takes a little practice. New riders are comfortable on the bike after an easy introduction (Learn to Ride Track). Once you understand the dynamics of the bike you can wrap your mind around not having brakes and realise that everyone is going in the same direction at about the same speed, you will find the fixed gear bike is actually quite easy to control and much easier to keep moving.

The banks are steep, am I not going to fall off?
Although our track has steep banks, even complete novices can be relatively comfortable on them after an easy introduction (Learn to Ride Track). The most important thing on the banks is to keep a decent speed. We normally recommend 30 km/h for beginners, but you will quickly get a feel for what speed is safe on the track. If you ride too slowly, your wheels will loose traction and you will slide, but your ego will probably be more bruised than you will. The nice thing is once you can ride on Pilditch, you can ride on any track in the country.

What should I bring to the track for my first ride?
Your first ride should be a  Learn to Ride Track. So, when you come to the track for the Learn to Ride Track wear whatever you usually wear to ride your bike. Bring your helmet, cycling shoes and pedals (we have toe strap pedals, but if you have, rather bring your clip-less pedals). You should also measure you normal bike’s saddle height (from the centre of the crank axel to the top of the saddle along the seat tube) to make bike sizing and setup easier. You will be exercising so prepare as you would for a normal training ride; eat a decent breakfast, bring water or juice along as well as an energy bar or something else to munch on during the day. And also be conscious of the weather, the track can get very cold in winter and very hot in summer, dress appropriately. Bring a track suite along for afterward.

The track is all about speed, why would I want to ride there is if I don't want to race?
Riding on the track is fun whether or not you are racing. We encourage everyone from recreational cyclists to hardcore racers to try the track. Riding a fixed gear bike on the track is also an excellent way to improve both your cycling abilities and your fitness. No traffic, no stop streets, no hills.

I'm a roadie/mountain biker, why would I want to ride track?
A fixed gear improves pedaling efficiency and leg strength. The close quarters improves confidence and comfort riding close to others. The track frame and higher speed improves handling and reactions. Best of all: No traffic, no stop streets, no hills!