Vertebrate’s guide to mountain biking in the Lake District covers 26 recommended mountain bike trails, routes & rides ranging from 12km to 60km. The routes themselves have been devised & tested by local riders to help you get the very best out of the Cumbrian trails. Each route is described with easy-to-follow instructions, information on difficulty, length, nearest refreshments (usually a recommended pub), altitude profile, & parking. Clear & easy to read mapping is taken from Ordnance Survey cartography at 1:50, 000. Rights of way & roads are indicated & the mountain bike trails are prominently highlighted. Topography is shown through spot heights & detailed contour lines. Local facilities & points of interest are also clearly marked.in addition, there are optional routes given for each ride, & the guide contains tips on safety, night time cycling & has a special section with the top ten climbs, downhills & runs in the area. A Bonus Section
Includes:: information about the man-made trails at Whinlatter & Grizedale, Top Tens & a detailed Appendix.