Mountain Bike Routes UK’s cycling guide to the Lakeland Loop comes in a clear plastic wallet with 10 removable route cards; each card breaks the route down into smaller sections, with distances, detailed directions & national grid references given regularly for GPS users. There are also four additional cards giving first aid information.A 44 page guide describes the area & the route from the point of view of author Tim Woodcocks’ personal recollections, going on to give the reader information on recommended fitness levels for the route, preparations, what you’ll need to take with you, relevant Ordnance Survey maps & more. Woodcock also explains how to get there, where to stay, & tips on riding, rights of way, & safety. An appendices lists youth hostel phone numbers, nearby bike shops, & tourist information centers. Printed in black & white & written in an informal & honest style, Mountain Bike Route UK guides are recommended for those looking for a more personal approach to their cycling guide.