This mountain bike route could definitely be called Loughrigg Lite in comparison to some possibilities in the area, but this wouldn’t really do justice to a superb little loop that in just 10km takes in a little of everything that’s good about Lakeland mtbing. It may be short but it’s definitely no pushover. It’s basically a two-up, two-down; with the first and toughest climb coming early onto Loughrigg Fell, and the second, which is much easier, on tarmac at the halfway point. Both the descents are full-on fun but the roller-coaster ride along Loughrigg Terrace is one of the best in the Lakes: sweet easy rolling in some places and a real rocky horror shows in others. A word of warning: the terrace gets extremely busy with walkers so choose your day carefully or better still avoid busy periods altogether. And always ride with something in reserve. This Route Card accompanies a destination article on Lake District Mountain Bike Routes - see http://www.ukhillwalking.com/articles/preview.php?id=5863&staff=7871a80f53ad
6.21 miles, 10 km, 360m ascent, 1 – 2 hours. Ambleside
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