| Route |
Contributor |
Last Updated |
Where |
Distance |
Tags |
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WMB 22 The Kent Downs, Sevenoaks (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 08:36 |
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24km |
- Recreational
- MTB
- Intermediate
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| Best in dry conditions as several bridleways are impassable in wet weather |
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WMB 23 Bingley, Yorkshire (Beginner) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 08:49 |
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20.9km |
- Recreational
- MTB
- Smooth
- Basic
- Offroad
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| This is an all year round route and the moorland tracks are well drained, although when the river is high the ford crossing is best left alone, no matter how brave you are! |
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WMB 23 Lake Vyrnwy, Mid Wales (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 09:07 |
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18.7km |
- Recreational
- Intermediate
- Offroad
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| This is a great all-weather ride with almost all the tracks hard packed. Its also not over-popular so not overcrowded. |
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WMB 23 Presli Mountains, Pembrokeshire (Intermediate/Difficult) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 08:49 |
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35.8km |
- Recreational
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Difficult
- Offroad
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| Officially, spring and summer only - the drier the better. |
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WMB 24 Isle of Purbeck (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 09:07 |
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24.3km |
- Recreational
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Offroad
- Scenic
|
| Good all year but watch out for slippery descent at Old Harry after heavy rain. |
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WMB 24 The Wayfarer, North Wales (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 09:13 |
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29.4km |
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Offroad
- Scenic
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| The hard packed surfaces make this a great year-round ride, though in high winds or stormy weather it can be somewhat unpleasant on the top of Berwyns. |
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WMB 24 Watlington, Chiltern Hills (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 09:13 |
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23.7km |
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| Spring through to autumn is best for fast riding, avoid the base of the hills after heavy rain as the clay tracks are tyre-cloggers. |
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WMB 25 Bellever Forest, Dartmoor (Beginner) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 08:36 |
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14.8km |
- Recreational
- MTB
- Basic
- Offroad
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| Avoid after heavy rains and cold weather due to river crossings. Not too busy during summer. |
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WMB 25 Chilterns North End, Harlington (Beginner) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 08:36 |
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25.8km |
- Recreational
- MTB
- Smooth
- Basic
- Offroad
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| The drier the better, yet it can remain rideable, if slippery, after seasonal rains. |
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WMB 25 Cotswolds, Gloucestershire (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 08:37 |
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23.2km |
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Offroad
- Scenic
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| Avoid very wet periods as the going can get muddy and wet in places. Ride when dry. |
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WMB 26 Aviemore, Scotland (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 08:48 |
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37.3km |
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Offroad
- Scenic
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| This can be ridden all year round, but the relative dryness of spring has to be the best for these technical trails. |
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WMB 26 Christmas Gorse, Buckinghamshire (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 08:48 |
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27.8km |
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Offroad
- Rural
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| In dry conditions, much of this route crosses farmed fields, which vary from cloggy to impassable after wet winter weather. |
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WMB 26 Christmas Hill, Warwickshire (Beginner/Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 08:49 |
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24.3km |
- MTB
- Basic
- Intermediate
- Offroad
|
| The festive period is the obvious choice, and damp weather actually works best here as some of the bridleways can be a bit corrugated in summer. |
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WMB 27 Settle, North Yorkshire (Difficult) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 08:49 |
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40.9km |
- MTB
- Difficult
- Offroad
- Scenic
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| Apart form the first open moorland crossing to Malham Tarn, the limestone landscape keeps this route pretty well drained all year round. Despite lots of tourists, there's room for everyone. A year-round ride. |
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WMB 27 Snowdon, Wales (Intermediate/Difficult) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 08:49 |
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15.8km |
- Recreational
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Difficult
- Offroad
|
| Voluntary ban on mountain bikers runs from May-October, between 5pm and 9am. Out of this period you can ride any time. Trails can be crowded at weekend, and be aware of the severe weather/mountain conditions on Snowdon. |
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WMB 28 Black Mountains, Wales (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 09:13 |
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22.2km |
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Offroad
- Scenic
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| The drier the better. The Mynydd Llangorse hillsides remain rideable even after rain, but on Allt yr Esgair it's trickier when the terrain is sticky. |
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WMB 30 Elan Valley, Wales (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 07:53 |
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18.4km |
- Recreational
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Offroad
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| It's pretty grassy moorland here, so dry days are best. |
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WMB 30 Godalming Greensand, Surrey Hills (Intermediate/Difficult) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 07:59 |
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22.4km |
- Recreational
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Difficult
- Offroad
|
| The drier the better - these tracks get filthy after rain |
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WMB 31 Great Ridge, Wiltshire (Beginner) |
kheron |
Jul 8th 2009, 08:00 |
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23.9km |
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| Spring and summer is best. Most trails fine all year round, but some sections get churned up during wet weather/winter. Try early evening in mid-summer for something special. |
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WMB 32 Scotland Special - Part 1, Kinlochleven (Difficult) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 07:47 |
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33.9km |
- MTB
- Difficult
- Offroad
- Scenic
|
| This is the first leg of the Scotland Special 3 part ride. The best time to go is May to September, although Scotland's famous midgies will be at their worst at the height of summer. Not so good in winter. |
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WMB 32 Scotland Special - Part 2, Spean Bridge (Difficult) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 07:49 |
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54.6km |
- MTB
- Difficult
- Offroad
- Scenic
|
| This is the second leg of the 3 part Scotland Special |
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WMB 32 Scotland Special - Part 3, Fort Augustus (Difficult) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 07:49 |
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74.6km |
- MTB
- Difficult
- Offroad
- Scenic
|
| This is the final leg of the 3 part Scotland Special. |
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WMB 33 Hampshire Downs, Basingstoke (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 07:38 |
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39.8km |
|
| After periods of rain, its probably not worth going. But in the dry it's wicked! Beware of the nettles in July and August on the Portway Roman Road. |
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WMB 33 Rutland Water, East Midlands (Beginner) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 07:38 |
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23.7km |
|
| The designated cycle track can be ridden all year round and in any weather. On sun soaked weekends it can get busy. |
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WMB 34 Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 09:13 |
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23km |
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Offroad
- Scenic
|
| Spring through summer is best for this ride, but you can ride in the winter if you don't mind puddles. |
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WMB 34 Goyt Valley, Peak District (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 09:13 |
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23.7km |
|
| This ride can be enjoyed at any time of year and in any conditions due to varied terrain. |
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WMB 34 Rosedale, North Yorks. (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 07:30 |
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42.6km |
- Recreational
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Offroad
|
| Can be done all year round, though will be slow and demoralising if soggy or windy. |
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WMB 35 Great Missenden, Chilterns (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 6th 2009, 06:57 |
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24.4km |
- Recreational
- MTB
- Smooth
- Intermediate
- Offroad
|
| Don't go after rain as the majority of bridleways will be very muddy. In drying-to-dry conditions however, the riding is a breeze. |
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WMB 35 Widecombe, Dartmoor (Intermediate) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 09:12 |
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16.8km |
- MTB
- Intermediate
- Offroad
- Scenic
|
| 30% of this route is susceptible to damage if used during wet weather. Please ride on dry days. |
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WMB 37 Dark Peak Loop, Peak District (Difficult) |
kheron |
Jul 7th 2009, 06:53 |
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65.8km |
- Recreational
- Training
- MTB
- Difficult
- Offroad
|
| These high moorland sections are at their best when dry. |