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Mountain biking (MTBing) on the South Downs of Hampshire and Sussex, between Winchester, Brighton and Eastbourne takes in roller coaster rides, dedicated woodland singletrack and great downhills. The South Downs is a mountain biker`s paradise. Thousands of kilometres of well-maintained byways and bridleways can be combined to create seemingly inexhaustible route combinations. Many tracks traverse well-drained chalk downland, providing superlative off-road conditions for much of the year. The 26 routes in this book are graded (blue, red and black) for a range of abilities, and grouped into 6 sections: The South Downs Way National Trail (the whole route described in 3 stages) and routes around Winchester, Chichester and Petersfield, Arundel and Worthing, Brighton and Lewes and
Eastbourne. They range from 14km to 57km in length and up to 95% off road, providing plenty of challenge for any mountain biker. All routes are clearly illustrated on OS maps with numbered stages linking the route descriptions to maps, and brought to life with action photographs. Extensive information is also included on facilities and services, including bike shops and mechanics, cafes, pubs and food shops, accommodation and transport links in addition to tips on bike gear and preparation.
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Mountain biking (MTBing) on the South Downs of Hampshire & Sussex, between Winchester, Brighton & Eastbourne takes in roller coaster rides, dedicated woodland singletrack & great downhills. The South Downs is a mountain biker`s paradise. Thousands of kilometres of well-maintained byways & bridleways can be combined to create seemingly inexhaustible route combinations. Many tracks traverse well-drained chalk downl&, providing superlative off-road conditions for much of the year. The 26 routes in this book are graded (blue, red & black) for a range of abilities, & grouped into 6 sections: The South Downs Way National Trail (the whole route described in 3 stages) & routes around Winchester, Chichester & Petersfield, Arundel & Worthing, Brighton & Lewes & Eastbourne. They range from 14km to 57km in length & up to 95% off road, providing plenty of challenge for any mountain biker. All routes are clearly illustrated on OS maps with numbered stages linking the route descriptions to maps, & brought to life with action photographs. Extensive information is also included on facilities & services, including bike shops & mechanics, cafes, pubs & food shops, accommodation & transport links in addition to tips on bike gear & preparation.

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Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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