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The Portsmouth WNBR is part of Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week]
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Saturday 25 May 2024
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<div class="facebook-linkbox" style="float:left; margin-right: 3em;">[https://www.facebook.com/events/152572378210013/ Join the Ride!]</div>
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<div class="facebook-linkbox" style="float:left; margin-right: 1em;">[http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=218336544866673 Join our Group]</div>
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[Please Note: Date change]
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2nd Ride Cancelled.... Ride Lead is Injured!
  
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{{UK donations link}}
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Ride Lead is Injured No 2nd Ride this Summer!
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https://www.facebook.com/WNBRPortsmouth/
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<div class="facebook-linkbox" style="float:left; margin-right: 1.5em;">[https://www.facebook.com/WNBRPortsmouth/ Join the Ride!]</div>
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<div class="facebook-linkbox" style="float:left; margin-right: 1.5em;">[https://www.facebook.com/events/806564847947002/?ref=newsfeed Ride #1!]</div>
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<div class="facebook-linkbox" style="float:left; margin-right: 1.5em;">[https://www.facebook.com/events/758318689099340/?ref=newsfeed Ride #2!]</div>
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The Word Naked Bike Ride returned to Portsmouth in 2022, 2023 and it will return in 2024. We will have 2 WNBR's in Portsmouth!
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Curb Car Culture
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No Oil/Fuel
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Better Road Safety for Cyclists
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Body Freedom/confidence/positivity
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Be Bare As You Dare! {The reason for this is to portray the Vulnerability of Cyclists on the Road!}
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Cycle in Body Paint, Clothes, Naked or any state of Dress/Undress that you like/want to!
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All Nudity is Desexualised!
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We will have Body Painting at the Start!
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It is likely the Southampton Ride will take Place the Evening before the 1st Portsmouth Ride if You want to make a Weekend of it!
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After Party details: tbc
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[[Timings and Route:]]'''
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Please Note: Leg 2 may differ between the 2 Rides
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Start: [geo:50.83572,-1.06650?z=19 Foxes Forest, Peronne Road, Hilsea Lines]. Find us via [https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=50.83571&mlon=-1.06613#map=19/50.83571/-1.06613 map] or [https://w3w.co/bubble.slowly.wisdom what3words ///bubble.slowly.wisdom].<br> 
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Assemble from: 11:00<br>
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Set-off: 13:15<br>
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Public Toilets less than 5 Min Walk away<br>
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Body Painting (small charge)
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Leg 1:<br>
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Will Cycle via Fratton<br>
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Approx 4.8 Miles<br>
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Rest Point 1 (Alternative Start Point):<br>
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On Green behind Southsea Beach Huts (near Public Toilets and Opposite Coffee Cup Eastney)
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Nearby Postcode: PO4 9GE<br>
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Public Toilets here<br>
  
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday 26 May 2012|Time=1pm for 2pm start|Location=In front of the Rose Gardens, the Esplanade, Portsmouth, PO4 9RU ([http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=PO4+9RU map])}} <!-- OS ref: SZ658983 -->
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Leg 2 (27.05.23):<br>
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Will Cycle on a Loop around Central Southsea/Portsmouth<br>
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Approx Distance: 5.6 Miles<br>
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Rest Point 2 (Finish if not going to the Beach):<br>
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On Green behind Southsea Beach Huts (near Public Toilets and Opposite Coffee Cup Eastney)<br>
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Public Toilets here<br>
  
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==Ride details==
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Leg 2 (23.07.23):<br>
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Tbc Seafront Cycle<br>
  
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===Assembly point===
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Leg 3:<br>
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Approx Distance: 1.1 Miles<br>
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Finish: Eastney Naturist Beach<br>
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We will have an (Optional) post Ride Swim and Party on the Naturist Beach!<br>
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The Route is relatively Flat and We will Cycle at a slow pace!<br>
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All Distances are Approx as We may have to make changes to the Route on the Day due to Accidents, Road Closures, adverse Weather and Events etc!
  
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Naturist Beach, Southsea (far eastern end of beach, by Fort Cumberland) ([http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=PO4+9RU map])
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{{UK donations link}}
  
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==Ride information==
 
===Signing Up===
 
===Signing Up===
  
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It's not essential to sign up for the ride - you can just turn up on the day - but it does help to get an idea of anticipated numbers. To sign up, visit the Facebook site [https://www.facebook.com/events/152572378210013/ Facebook] or [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-portsmouth/ Yahoo group]  Remember, these are sites for the PROMOTION of the Portsmouth Ride - unwanted postings WILL be removed without explanation or any further discussion!!!
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It's not essential to sign up for the ride - you can just turn up on the day - but it does help to get an idea of anticipated numbers. To sign up, visit the Facebook site https://www.facebook.com/WNBRPortsmouth/   Remember, these are sites for the PROMOTION of the Portsmouth Ride - unwanted postings WILL be removed without explanation or any further discussion!!!
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UNPACK YOUR THONG and JOIN THE MERRY THRONG!!!
 
  
 
===Dress code===
 
===Dress code===
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WNBR is a fun, inspirational, non-confrontational body-positive event with a positive message of hope. That is why the ride has been such a huge hit and so many are supportive. Just use common sense and mind your manners! Nude is not lewd!  
 
WNBR is a fun, inspirational, non-confrontational body-positive event with a positive message of hope. That is why the ride has been such a huge hit and so many are supportive. Just use common sense and mind your manners! Nude is not lewd!  
  
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Since most of us did not grow up in a body-positive society, many will look at you with curiosity and amusement. You will probably notice that different sections of town have different cultural reactions to nudity. Some may feel mildly intimidated because they still might have issues with their own bodies and your shameless ways are unsettling to their body-phobic world. Just be friendly and respectful and things should be fine. Remember we are all human and we all have the same parts.  
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Since most of us did not grow up in a body-positive society, many will look at you with curiosity and amusement. You will probably notice that different sections of town have different cultural reactions to nudity. Some may feel mildly intimidated because they still might have issues with their own bodies and your shameless ways are unsettling to their body-phobic world. Just be friendly and respectful and things should be fine. Remember we are all human and we all have the same parts.
  
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"Gymnophobia (from the Greek word for nude gymnos) is the fear of being (or seeing others) naked. A gymnophobic person usually wants to prevent others from experiencing the freedom of not wearing clothes."
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===Legality===
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Remember, you are "legal" anyway; but if you are concerned, you probably don't need to cover up much to be "legal" as far as the gymnophobes are concerned. With the incredible transforming powers of a little body paint, liquid latex, a strategically placed sock, or a piece of duct tape you can transform the average city streaking naked wild cyclist into "The what-one-might-think-might-be-legal city streaking naked wild cyclist". Be creative: a little imagination can change everything.
 
  
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===Route===
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Simple nudity isn't illegal in the UK, but using nudity to intentionally cause harassment, alarm or distress may be illegal. Don't act offensively and you are very unlikely to be arrested. We have notified the police of our intention to ride in protest against oil dependency and in celebration of bicycles. They are fully aware that many/most of our riders will be nude and partially nude as we cycle a route through the streets of Portsmouth.  The principal concern is to eliminate creepy, predatory, exploitative, destructive and abusive behaviour.  ANYONE ACTING IN A LEWD MANNER IS LIABLE TO BE ARRESTED. 
  
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This will be a standard ride around the streets of Portsmouth, around 5 or 6 miles, 40 minutes; pretty flat. A nice sedentary pace!
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===Police restrictions===
  
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Start at the Car Park behind the Naturist Beach at Eastney; on to the Esplanade via Fort Cumberland Road, pass Canoe Lake and South Parade Pier along Sea Front to Clarence Pier - Pembroke Rd and Old Portsmouth - St Georges Rd - Hard for a break and Photo Opportunities with Spinnaker Tower or Warrior in the background - cross road - Hard back towards Southsea - Museum Road, Kings Road, Elm Grove, right then left into Albert Road; Festing Road; right at end, back towards South Parade Pier; left along seafront (use righthand side of road where there is a cycle track) and back to start.
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Hampshire Police particularly want us to obey ALL ASPECTS of the Highway Code. That includes ALL ASPECTS of TRAFFIC LIGHTS. So PLEASE STOP ON RED LIGHTS. (It will make the Ride more effective!!). No more than two side by side. Keep LEFT wherever you should do so.  STOP at Pedestrian Crossings to let people cross.  Generally - all these things will contribute to a gentler overall pace, and a longer experience. IMPORTANT - Please do NOT overtake the LEAD RIDER!!!  It may be that we are able to adopt the "Ride is a Single Entity" approach at major junctions - please pay attention to Stewards and Police who will assist you in crossing difficult junctions.
  
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===Public transport===
  
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'''See http://www.henden.co.uk/pompeymap.JPG for a route map.'''
 
  
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===Legality===
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===Poster and Flyers===
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https://wnbrlondon.uk/wnbr-london/need-to-know/decorations/
  
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Simple nudity isn't illegal in the UK, but using nudity to intentionally cause harassment, alarm or distress may be illegal. Don't act offensively and you are very unlikely to be arrested. We have notified the police of our intention to ride in protest against oil dependency and in celebration of bicycles. They are fully aware that many/most of our riders will be nude and partially nude as we cycle a route through the streets of Portsmouth.  The principal concern is to eliminate creepy, predatory, exploitative, destructive and abusive behavior.  ANYONE ACTING IN A LEWD MANNER IS LIABLE TO BE ARRESTED. 
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==Press releases==
  
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===Police restrictions===
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==History==
  
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see [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPghs84nTf4/ Police Statement to BBC TV at Portsmouth WNBR 2011]
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===2017===
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We arrived at the Start position to find it inaccessible, due to Sea Defence work, so changed the Start at short notice to a nearby carpark. Another well-attended ride, with a good reception from the people of Portsmouth.
  
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From 2004 to 2011, there have been well over 40 UK Naked Bike Rides with a cumulative total of over 8,000+ riders in 13 locations, and no arrests. In 2011, Portsmouth Police allowed full nudity, with no problems.
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===2016===
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One and a half Rides this year!!  The first Ride was rained off - weather absolutely foul! - but four people turned up regardless, so we did a short ride in the rain and wind!  Then, later, we had a full ride, arranged at short notice, in glorious weather!!
  
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It is unlikely that police will object to nudity at future rides in England and Wales. Local police officially acknowledged the legality of full nudity at all seven rides in 2008 and all five rides in 2007. They required people to wear clothes at three English rides (Brighton, Manchester and Bristol) in 2006, but have made no such restrictions at later events.
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===2015===
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Organised by Simon, assisted by Ian, another successful Ride!
  
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===Public transport===
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===2014===
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The organisation of the 2014 Ride passed to two much younger people than the previous incumbent, who put on the first three Portsmouth WNBRs almost single-handed, and the new organisers also enjoy the tremendous advantage of being female!!! So let's make next year's event the best yet!!
  
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Local buses call nearby. There is free public car parking at the car park near the naturist beach at Eastney. Local rail station Fratton, ride generally southeast, about 2 mile. Note that disembarking at Fratton involves climbing footbridge stairs, Portsmouth and Southsea may be preferable, about 3 miles..
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===2013===
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The 2013 Ride was also very well attended, but we have received criticism from some quarters.... a few motorists were inconvenienced as we left Clarence Pier...... which rather begs the question - "That's what a protest is supposed to achieve, isn't it???" ! In order to overcome one objection from a beach-hut tenant, we moved the start to Alexandra Park this year.
  
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Otherwise, it was a glorious day (after many days of dismal weather) and the people clapped and cheered as we passed by. The Police on the day were brilliant.... perhaps the message was reinforced by the news that our police liaison officer had fallen off her bicycle a few days before, after hitting a Portsmouth City Council-owned pot-hole, and suffered some quite serious injuries. The 2013 riders all signed a "Get Well Soon" card for her.
  
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===Useful Info===
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===2012===
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We hope to have 'Community Cycle Centre' or "Mels Mobile Cycle Workshop" (0778 3027636) present to offer First Aid (to bikes....). The Community Cycle Centre might also have some recently checked-over cycles which you can purchase for a modest donation. Contact them beforehand for details (link below).
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In 2012, we had just under 80 riders, and considerably less adverse comments. It was a brilliant day, there were a good number of ladies, and FIVE unicycles!!!
  
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===Planning===
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===2011===
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2011 saw the first ride, attracting 28 1/2 riders, and a deal of opposition from Family Church. It was well recieved by the people of Portsmouth!
  
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== Events ==
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'''Southampton'''<br>Nearly a year before the ride date, there had been plans to organize a connecting ride from [[Portsmouth to Southampton]], where the WNBR started 6½ hours later.
  
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==Publicity==
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==Media coverage==
  
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===Poster and Flyers===
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===2014===
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Download a text notice from http://www.henden.co.uk/notice.docx - use this Word doc as is; or print it out on a suitable decorative background.
 
  
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*[http://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/ Portsmouth News],  25 May 2014, [http://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/naked-bike-ride-cyclists-brave-the-rain-in-portsmouth-1-6080513 Naked Bike Ride cyclists brave the rain in Portsmouth]
  
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== Planning meetings ==  
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===2013===
  
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==Press releases==
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*[http://www.itv.com/news/ ITV News], 25 May 2013, [http://www.itv.com/news/meridian/story/2013-05-25/naked-cyclists-saddle-up/ Naked cyclists saddle up]
  
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==History==
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===2012===
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2011 saw the first ride, attracting 28 1/2 riders, and a deal of opposition from Family Church. It was well recieved by the people of Portsmouth! In 2012, we had just under 80 riders, and considerably less adverse comments. It was a brilliant day, there were a good number of ladies, and FIVE unicycles!!!  In order to overcome one objection from a beach-hut tenent, we are moving the start to Eastney Naturist Beach for next year.
 
  
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* [http://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/ Portsmouth News],  28 May 2012, [http://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/naked-cyclists-get-back-in-the-saddle-for-biggest-ride-yet-1-3889690 Naked cyclists get back in the saddle for biggest ride yet]
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* [http://www.demotix.com/ Demotix], 26 May 2012, [http://www.demotix.com/news/1239160/portsmouth-world-naked-bike-ride-2012-takes-streets Portsmouth World Naked Bike Ride 2012 takes to the streets]
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* [http://www.aboutmyarea.co.uk/ About My Area], 26 May 2012, [http://www.aboutmyarea.co.uk/Hampshire/Portsmouth/PO6/News/Local-News/223424-Cyclists-Strip-for-World-Naked-Bike-Ride Cyclists Strip for World Naked Bike Ride]
  
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===2011===
  
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* [http://www.demotix.com/news/1239160/portsmouth-world-naked-bike-ride-2012-takes-streets Demotix], 26 May 2012
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Because of the controversy generated by a local group of christians, the inaugural 2011 event generated rather more than its fair share of publicity!
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* [http://www.aboutmyarea.co.uk/Hampshire/Portsmouth/PO6/News/Local-News/223424-Cyclists-Strip-for-World-Naked-Bike-Ride About My Area], 26 May 2012
 
  
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===2011===
 
 
* [http://www.livestream.com/portsmouth_live/video?clipId=pla_135a55d4-21cb-4065-819c-2b01f11f4563&utm_source=lslibrary&utm_medium=ui-thumb /Live TV Portsmouth]
 
* [http://www.livestream.com/portsmouth_live/video?clipId=pla_135a55d4-21cb-4065-819c-2b01f11f4563&utm_source=lslibrary&utm_medium=ui-thumb /Live TV Portsmouth]
 
* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/portuguese/multimedia/2011/06/110610_ciclistasnusebc.shtml Portuguese BBC (!)] We went world-wide!
 
* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/portuguese/multimedia/2011/06/110610_ciclistasnusebc.shtml Portuguese BBC (!)] We went world-wide!
 
* [http://www.livestream.com/portsmouth_live/video?clipId=pla_135a55d4-21cb-4065-819c-2b01f11f4563&utm_source=lslibrary&utm_medium=ui-thumb/ Live News TV Portsmouth]
 
* [http://www.livestream.com/portsmouth_live/video?clipId=pla_135a55d4-21cb-4065-819c-2b01f11f4563&utm_source=lslibrary&utm_medium=ui-thumb/ Live News TV Portsmouth]
 
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGtUxQMogCU/ Youtube ] 2 parts - 1) mostly the protestors before the day; and 2) The Ride!!!
 
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGtUxQMogCU/ Youtube ] 2 parts - 1) mostly the protestors before the day; and 2) The Ride!!!
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* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/ BBC News], 10 Jun 2011, [http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-13729214 Naked cyclists pedal through Portsmouth]
 
* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/ BBC News], 10 Jun 2011, [http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-13729214 Naked cyclists pedal through Portsmouth]
 
* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/southtoday/ BBC South Today], 6 Jun 2011, 6.30pm: news story about opposition to the ride, featuring clips from [[Brighton]] (9:23 – 11:31 in [http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b011r3x4 video])
 
* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/southtoday/ BBC South Today], 6 Jun 2011, 6.30pm: news story about opposition to the ride, featuring clips from [[Brighton]] (9:23 – 11:31 in [http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b011r3x4 video])
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*[https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1449570668622935.1073741862.1434931246753544&type=1 Msc Photographer]
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===2013===
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*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/50502354@N06/sets/72157633682345994/ Matthew Cleveland]
  
 
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBErJyoOTYQ AboutMyArea Portsmouth]
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSHoqgRcr7U Cy Wol] A rider's view
  
 
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==Links==
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http://www.pompeybug.co.uk/community/community-cycle-centre/
 
  
  
 
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===Websites===  
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*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (This page has FAQ info and links to the other UK rides)
 
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (This page has FAQ info and links to the other UK rides)
 
''See also [[United Kingdom]] page''
 
''See also [[United Kingdom]] page''
  
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*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-portsmouth/ WNBR Portsmouth] Yahoo! group for riders and people interested in helping to organise the ride.
 
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*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] Yahoo! group for Announcements and discussion of all UK rides.
 
  
 
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Saturday 25 May 2024 & [Please Note: Date change] 2nd Ride Cancelled.... Ride Lead is Injured!

Ride Lead is Injured No 2nd Ride this Summer!

https://www.facebook.com/WNBRPortsmouth/

The Word Naked Bike Ride returned to Portsmouth in 2022, 2023 and it will return in 2024. We will have 2 WNBR's in Portsmouth!

Curb Car Culture

No Oil/Fuel

Better Road Safety for Cyclists

Body Freedom/confidence/positivity

Be Bare As You Dare! {The reason for this is to portray the Vulnerability of Cyclists on the Road!}

Cycle in Body Paint, Clothes, Naked or any state of Dress/Undress that you like/want to!

All Nudity is Desexualised!

We will have Body Painting at the Start!

It is likely the Southampton Ride will take Place the Evening before the 1st Portsmouth Ride if You want to make a Weekend of it! After Party details: tbc

Timings and Route:

Please Note: Leg 2 may differ between the 2 Rides

Start: Foxes Forest, Peronne Road, Hilsea Lines. Find us via map or what3words ///bubble.slowly.wisdom.
Assemble from: 11:00
Set-off: 13:15
Public Toilets less than 5 Min Walk away
Body Painting (small charge)

Leg 1:
Will Cycle via Fratton
Approx 4.8 Miles
Rest Point 1 (Alternative Start Point):
On Green behind Southsea Beach Huts (near Public Toilets and Opposite Coffee Cup Eastney) Nearby Postcode: PO4 9GE
Public Toilets here

Leg 2 (27.05.23):
Will Cycle on a Loop around Central Southsea/Portsmouth
Approx Distance: 5.6 Miles
Rest Point 2 (Finish if not going to the Beach):
On Green behind Southsea Beach Huts (near Public Toilets and Opposite Coffee Cup Eastney)
Public Toilets here

Leg 2 (23.07.23):
Tbc Seafront Cycle

Leg 3:
Approx Distance: 1.1 Miles
Finish: Eastney Naturist Beach
We will have an (Optional) post Ride Swim and Party on the Naturist Beach!
The Route is relatively Flat and We will Cycle at a slow pace!
All Distances are Approx as We may have to make changes to the Route on the Day due to Accidents, Road Closures, adverse Weather and Events etc!

Please donate to the WNBR UK Fund

The UK World Naked Bike Ride fund meets the cost of insuring rides
across the UK, and provides local organisers with money for
poster/flyer printing, advertising, ride equipment etc.
Please give generously.



Ride information

Signing Up

It's not essential to sign up for the ride - you can just turn up on the day - but it does help to get an idea of anticipated numbers. To sign up, visit the Facebook site https://www.facebook.com/WNBRPortsmouth/ Remember, these are sites for the PROMOTION of the Portsmouth Ride - unwanted postings WILL be removed without explanation or any further discussion!!!

Dress code

For details, please see our Frequently asked questions The World Naked Bike Ride dress code is "Bare As You Dare"... How bare is that ? How dare is that ?...Its all up to you, you decide what you are comfortable with. NO ONE IS EXCLUDED OR DISCRIMINATED AGAINST based on levels of clothing, bodypaint, or anything else, for that matter!

PLEASE be creative and colourful! Bodypainting and bike decorating is highly encouraged! See the above section on creative expression and also visit our body art page.

Body Paint Artists wanted!!!!

WNBR is a fun, inspirational, non-confrontational body-positive event with a positive message of hope. That is why the ride has been such a huge hit and so many are supportive. Just use common sense and mind your manners! Nude is not lewd!

Since most of us did not grow up in a body-positive society, many will look at you with curiosity and amusement. You will probably notice that different sections of town have different cultural reactions to nudity. Some may feel mildly intimidated because they still might have issues with their own bodies and your shameless ways are unsettling to their body-phobic world. Just be friendly and respectful and things should be fine. Remember we are all human and we all have the same parts.

Legality

Simple nudity isn't illegal in the UK, but using nudity to intentionally cause harassment, alarm or distress may be illegal. Don't act offensively and you are very unlikely to be arrested. We have notified the police of our intention to ride in protest against oil dependency and in celebration of bicycles. They are fully aware that many/most of our riders will be nude and partially nude as we cycle a route through the streets of Portsmouth. The principal concern is to eliminate creepy, predatory, exploitative, destructive and abusive behaviour. ANYONE ACTING IN A LEWD MANNER IS LIABLE TO BE ARRESTED.

Police restrictions

Hampshire Police particularly want us to obey ALL ASPECTS of the Highway Code. That includes ALL ASPECTS of TRAFFIC LIGHTS. So PLEASE STOP ON RED LIGHTS. (It will make the Ride more effective!!). No more than two side by side. Keep LEFT wherever you should do so. STOP at Pedestrian Crossings to let people cross. Generally - all these things will contribute to a gentler overall pace, and a longer experience. IMPORTANT - Please do NOT overtake the LEAD RIDER!!! It may be that we are able to adopt the "Ride is a Single Entity" approach at major junctions - please pay attention to Stewards and Police who will assist you in crossing difficult junctions.

Public transport

Poster and Flyers

https://wnbrlondon.uk/wnbr-london/need-to-know/decorations/

Press releases

History

2017

We arrived at the Start position to find it inaccessible, due to Sea Defence work, so changed the Start at short notice to a nearby carpark. Another well-attended ride, with a good reception from the people of Portsmouth.

2016

One and a half Rides this year!! The first Ride was rained off - weather absolutely foul! - but four people turned up regardless, so we did a short ride in the rain and wind! Then, later, we had a full ride, arranged at short notice, in glorious weather!!

2015

Organised by Simon, assisted by Ian, another successful Ride!

2014

The organisation of the 2014 Ride passed to two much younger people than the previous incumbent, who put on the first three Portsmouth WNBRs almost single-handed, and the new organisers also enjoy the tremendous advantage of being female!!! So let's make next year's event the best yet!!

2013

The 2013 Ride was also very well attended, but we have received criticism from some quarters.... a few motorists were inconvenienced as we left Clarence Pier...... which rather begs the question - "That's what a protest is supposed to achieve, isn't it???" ! In order to overcome one objection from a beach-hut tenant, we moved the start to Alexandra Park this year.

Otherwise, it was a glorious day (after many days of dismal weather) and the people clapped and cheered as we passed by. The Police on the day were brilliant.... perhaps the message was reinforced by the news that our police liaison officer had fallen off her bicycle a few days before, after hitting a Portsmouth City Council-owned pot-hole, and suffered some quite serious injuries. The 2013 riders all signed a "Get Well Soon" card for her.

2012

In 2012, we had just under 80 riders, and considerably less adverse comments. It was a brilliant day, there were a good number of ladies, and FIVE unicycles!!!

2011

2011 saw the first ride, attracting 28 1/2 riders, and a deal of opposition from Family Church. It was well recieved by the people of Portsmouth!

Southampton
Nearly a year before the ride date, there had been plans to organize a connecting ride from Portsmouth to Southampton, where the WNBR started 6½ hours later.

Media coverage

2014

2013

2012

2011

Because of the controversy generated by a local group of christians, the inaugural 2011 event generated rather more than its fair share of publicity!

Thanks to Sarah C of Portsmouth Family Church - we have been on Radio Solent this morning, and possibly on TV (BBC South) later today (6 June), all of which helps get our message across. Thanks again, Sarah! Keep it up!!

Photos

2014

2013

Videos

2013

Links

Websites

  • WNBR UK (This page has FAQ info and links to the other UK rides)

See also United Kingdom page


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