Hi tlkiwi - am I right in thinking you're based in London. If so , do you ever check out www.londoncyclesport.com. You might be able to hook up with some other London riders and find some greener routes to ride.

Things I see on a ride... rabbits and pheasants.

crazycanuck : Umm would you believe mainly trains, trees and pelicans.
Wow - pelicans!Cool!

( For all those UK riders who'd like to see pelicans on their ride check out St. James Park duck pond, London! )