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'''WNBR Caerdydd! Taith Noeth Beic y Byd! (WNBR Cardiff! World Naked Bike Ride!)''' | '''WNBR Caerdydd! Taith Noeth Beic y Byd! (WNBR Cardiff! World Naked Bike Ride!)''' | ||
| − | Everything is now in place for the Cardiff | + | Everything is now in place for the Cardiff ride - riders from Wales and beyond are welcome! 2008 saw the first World Naked Bike Ride ever in Wales - it will complement work already being done by environmental and cycling groups, highlighting the urgent need to escape vehicle dependency and focus on the power and individuality of the human being. |
''NODER: Mae gweddill y dudalen hon yn yr iaith Saesneg. Hwyrach y bydd dudalen Gymraeg maes o law.'' | ''NODER: Mae gweddill y dudalen hon yn yr iaith Saesneg. Hwyrach y bydd dudalen Gymraeg maes o law.'' | ||
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''NOTE: The rest of this page is written in English. We may put up a Welsh language page as well.'' | ''NOTE: The rest of this page is written in English. We may put up a Welsh language page as well.'' | ||
| − | {{Ride location next ride|Date= Saturday 14 June 2008|Time= 3.30pm assembly | + | {{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday 14 June 2008|Time=3.30pm assembly, 4pm departure|Location=Park Place, grassed area to rear of [http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=CF10+3NP&t=h National Museum] and adjacent to [http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/locations/maps/ Cardiff University main building]. See below for directions.}} |
| − | == | + | ==History== |
| − | === | + | ===2008=== |
| − | + | Ride report by Chris<!--Gale--> posted to the UK discussion group: | |
| − | ===Dress | + | :Hi - Cardiff's first ever WNBR was a spectacular success - generally agreed to have been awesome! The sun shone (despite a dodgy forecast) and at 4.00 p.m. 37 riders rode out onto the streets of a busy Cardiff which was also marking Veterans Day and preparing for a Bruce Springstein concert! A wonderful mix of people with a range of adornments and slogans made their way from Cathays Park to Cardiff Bay and back along the city's main highways, with an outstanding response from the public who snapped up all the on-ride leaflets in no time! Media coverage was wide and positive. The police escort were fab and friendly. Riders came from all round Cardiff and area as well as a few from Bristol, Hereford and other places. Participants applauded loudly when we reached our destination in Sophia Gardens and agreed to come back next year for an even more positive and powerful event! |
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| + | ==About the ride== | ||
| + | ===Assembly point=== | ||
| + | The assembly point is a quiet, enclosed area with grass and trees, easily found to the rear of the National Museum of Wales. The Museum is located in the Civic Centre in Cathays Park, immediately next door to City Hall, with its distinctive tower. The assembly location is between Park Place and Museum Avenue. Here is a [http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=CF10+3NP&t=h map of the assembly location]. | ||
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| + | ===Dress code=== | ||
Come as bare as you dare. Nudity makes a great statement, and many of us will be completely naked, but if you're more comfortable in a little clothing, that's fine too. On the 2008 ride riders wore shorts, bras, swimwear, body paint, head-dresses, wigs, sunglasses etc. Most wore footwear and brought bags to carry clothes. Body painting and adornment, customised bikes and other creative expression are all strongly encouraged. | Come as bare as you dare. Nudity makes a great statement, and many of us will be completely naked, but if you're more comfortable in a little clothing, that's fine too. On the 2008 ride riders wore shorts, bras, swimwear, body paint, head-dresses, wigs, sunglasses etc. Most wore footwear and brought bags to carry clothes. Body painting and adornment, customised bikes and other creative expression are all strongly encouraged. | ||
===Route=== | ===Route=== | ||
| − | The 2009 ride route will be announced well in | + | The 2009 ride route will be announced well in advance of the day. The 2008 route was broadly from the City Centre to Cardiff Bay and back, using main thoroughfares. Riders passed near City Hall, the Millennium Centre, the Senedd, Cardiff Castle, and the Millennium Stadium. The ride ended at Sophia Gardens. Riders are advised bring a bag or pannier to carry clothes and possessions. |
===Legality=== | ===Legality=== | ||
The police facilitated the 2008 ride; riders found the officers most helpful and they fully acknowledged our right to demonstrate in our chosen manner. Simple nudity isn't illegal in the UK, but using nudity intentionally to cause harassment, alarm or distress may be illegal. Don't act in an offensive or lewd manner and it's extremely unlikely you'll be arrested. | The police facilitated the 2008 ride; riders found the officers most helpful and they fully acknowledged our right to demonstrate in our chosen manner. Simple nudity isn't illegal in the UK, but using nudity intentionally to cause harassment, alarm or distress may be illegal. Don't act in an offensive or lewd manner and it's extremely unlikely you'll be arrested. | ||
| − | ===Public | + | ===Public transport=== |
The 2009 ride will start within easy cycling distance of Cardiff Central Rail Station, served by frequent trains from various parts of Wales and England. | The 2009 ride will start within easy cycling distance of Cardiff Central Rail Station, served by frequent trains from various parts of Wales and England. | ||
| − | === | + | ===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 for the ride, visit the on [[Joining a ride]] page. | |
| − | == Events == | + | ==Events== |
| + | The Johnny Zapatos film about the 2005 London ride was shown at a film night in Chapter Arts Centre in December 2007. Much positive discussion was generated. To contribute ideas on further film screenings or other activity anywhere in Wales please visit [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-cardiff/ WNBR Cardiff/Caerdydd] Yahoo! group. | ||
| − | + | ==Planning== | |
| + | Cardiff riders are looking forward to planning the 2009 WNBR! Please get in touch via [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-cardiff/ WNBR Cardiff/Caerdydd] or [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] Yahoo! groups if you plan to ride or if you are able to help. | ||
| − | == Planning | + | ===Planning meetings=== |
| − | Planning meetings for the | + | Planning meetings for the ride have taken place at [http://www.nosda.co.uk/tafarn.php Nos Da Hostel] on Fitzhamon Embankment, Cardiff ([http://www.nosda.co.uk/directions.php directions]). (It is useful to note that there are several other backpackers hostels nearby - Nos Da has a riverbank location, sideways on to the river with a narrow section of the Taff Trail passing alongside). |
Activity is now focussed on reflecting on the 2008 ride, and looking ahead to 2009! If you would like to contribute, please post a message on the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-cardiff/ wnbr-cardiff/caerdydd Yahoo!] group. | Activity is now focussed on reflecting on the 2008 ride, and looking ahead to 2009! If you would like to contribute, please post a message on the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-cardiff/ wnbr-cardiff/caerdydd Yahoo!] group. | ||
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==Links== | ==Links== | ||
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===Websites=== | ===Websites=== | ||
| − | *[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR | + | *[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR United Kingdom] on the main site – FAQ, info and links to other UK rides |
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===Discussion groups=== | ===Discussion groups=== | ||
| + | *[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-cardiff/ WNBR Cardiff/Caerdydd] Yahoo! group – for announcements and discussion of the ride. Having joined you can access the "Files" section to print A4 size '''Welsh language ride cards''' – with WNBR slogans - to use on your bike on the ride (for English versions, see [[London]]) | ||
| + | *[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] Yahoo! group – announcements and discussion of all UK rides | ||
| − | + | ===Press contact=== | |
| + | '''Adam''' (WNBR Cardiff press officer)<br /> | ||
| + | corneraj [AT] cardiff.ac.uk<br /> | ||
| + | 07877 906 972 | ||
| − | + | To arrange interviews with riders or get a press release call the Cardiff ride Press Officer. | |
| − | === | + | ===Supportive local groups=== |
| − | + | *[http://www.foecardiff.co.uk/ Cardiff Friends of the Earth] | |
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Revision as of 14:33, 15 June 2008
List of rides > UK > Cardiff
WNBR Caerdydd! Taith Noeth Beic y Byd! (WNBR Cardiff! World Naked Bike Ride!)
Everything is now in place for the Cardiff ride - riders from Wales and beyond are welcome! 2008 saw the first World Naked Bike Ride ever in Wales - it will complement work already being done by environmental and cycling groups, highlighting the urgent need to escape vehicle dependency and focus on the power and individuality of the human being.
NODER: Mae gweddill y dudalen hon yn yr iaith Saesneg. Hwyrach y bydd dudalen Gymraeg maes o law.
NOTE: The rest of this page is written in English. We may put up a Welsh language page as well.
Contents
Next ride
Date: Saturday 14 June 2008
Time: 3.30pm assembly, 4pm departure
Location: Park Place, grassed area to rear of National Museum and adjacent to Cardiff University main building. See below for directions.
History
2008
Ride report by Chris posted to the UK discussion group:
- Hi - Cardiff's first ever WNBR was a spectacular success - generally agreed to have been awesome! The sun shone (despite a dodgy forecast) and at 4.00 p.m. 37 riders rode out onto the streets of a busy Cardiff which was also marking Veterans Day and preparing for a Bruce Springstein concert! A wonderful mix of people with a range of adornments and slogans made their way from Cathays Park to Cardiff Bay and back along the city's main highways, with an outstanding response from the public who snapped up all the on-ride leaflets in no time! Media coverage was wide and positive. The police escort were fab and friendly. Riders came from all round Cardiff and area as well as a few from Bristol, Hereford and other places. Participants applauded loudly when we reached our destination in Sophia Gardens and agreed to come back next year for an even more positive and powerful event!
About the ride
Assembly point
The assembly point is a quiet, enclosed area with grass and trees, easily found to the rear of the National Museum of Wales. The Museum is located in the Civic Centre in Cathays Park, immediately next door to City Hall, with its distinctive tower. The assembly location is between Park Place and Museum Avenue. Here is a map of the assembly location.
Dress code
Come as bare as you dare. Nudity makes a great statement, and many of us will be completely naked, but if you're more comfortable in a little clothing, that's fine too. On the 2008 ride riders wore shorts, bras, swimwear, body paint, head-dresses, wigs, sunglasses etc. Most wore footwear and brought bags to carry clothes. Body painting and adornment, customised bikes and other creative expression are all strongly encouraged.
Route
The 2009 ride route will be announced well in advance of the day. The 2008 route was broadly from the City Centre to Cardiff Bay and back, using main thoroughfares. Riders passed near City Hall, the Millennium Centre, the Senedd, Cardiff Castle, and the Millennium Stadium. The ride ended at Sophia Gardens. Riders are advised bring a bag or pannier to carry clothes and possessions.
Legality
The police facilitated the 2008 ride; riders found the officers most helpful and they fully acknowledged our right to demonstrate in our chosen manner. Simple nudity isn't illegal in the UK, but using nudity intentionally to cause harassment, alarm or distress may be illegal. Don't act in an offensive or lewd manner and it's extremely unlikely you'll be arrested.
Public transport
The 2009 ride will start within easy cycling distance of Cardiff Central Rail Station, served by frequent trains from various parts of Wales and England.
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 for the ride, visit the on Joining a ride page.
Events
The Johnny Zapatos film about the 2005 London ride was shown at a film night in Chapter Arts Centre in December 2007. Much positive discussion was generated. To contribute ideas on further film screenings or other activity anywhere in Wales please visit WNBR Cardiff/Caerdydd Yahoo! group.
Planning
Cardiff riders are looking forward to planning the 2009 WNBR! Please get in touch via WNBR Cardiff/Caerdydd or WNBR UK Yahoo! groups if you plan to ride or if you are able to help.
Planning meetings
Planning meetings for the ride have taken place at Nos Da Hostel on Fitzhamon Embankment, Cardiff (directions). (It is useful to note that there are several other backpackers hostels nearby - Nos Da has a riverbank location, sideways on to the river with a narrow section of the Taff Trail passing alongside).
Activity is now focussed on reflecting on the 2008 ride, and looking ahead to 2009! If you would like to contribute, please post a message on the wnbr-cardiff/caerdydd Yahoo! group.
Media coverage
Add links here
Photos
Add links here
Videos
Add links here
Links
Websites
- WNBR United Kingdom on the main site – FAQ, info and links to other UK rides
- United Kingdom page on this wiki
Discussion groups
- WNBR Cardiff/Caerdydd Yahoo! group – for announcements and discussion of the ride. Having joined you can access the "Files" section to print A4 size Welsh language ride cards – with WNBR slogans - to use on your bike on the ride (for English versions, see London)
- WNBR UK Yahoo! group – announcements and discussion of all UK rides
Press contact
Adam (WNBR Cardiff press officer)
corneraj [AT] cardiff.ac.uk
07877 906 972
To arrange interviews with riders or get a press release call the Cardiff ride Press Officer.
