Scotland Mountain Biking: The Wild Trails

Product Description

Scotland Mountain Biking: the Wild Trails is Vertebrate's second volume of Scottish MTB rides, featuring 24 classic mountain bike rides across Scotl&. Like the original Wild Trails guidebook, this book features rides suitable for all levels of mountain bikers. Split into three sections (Southern & Central Scotl&, North West Scotland & Islands, & North East Scotland) this book

Includes:: challenging mountain passes, endless singletrack, lochside cruises & more, all in a country named a Global Superstar by the International Mountain Biking Association. Researched, ridden & written by Scottish Mountain Bike Guide Phil Mc Kane, each route features clear & easy to use Ordnance Survey 1:50, 000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, details of distance, timings & difficulty gradings, & refreshment stops, & local knowledge. The book is illustrated with stunning action photography from top pro photographer Andy Mc Candlish, & also features a detailed Appendix. Phil Mc Kane has been addicted to riding mountain bikes since his fluorescent Emmelle was systematically rattled to pieces beneath him, around 1991. Since then he had dabbled in many aspects of mountain biking, from cross-country racing to wilderness touring. Phil is a Scottish Mountain Bike Leaders Association (SMBLA) qualified trail cycle leader, mountain bike leader & expedition leader & runs Scottish Mountain Bike Guides www.scottishmountainbikeguides.com), leading mountain bike holidays & skills courses all over the country, from the 7 Stanes to the Western Isles.