Cycling Lon Las Cymru

Cycling Lon Las Cymru
Author: Richard Barrett
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages: 186
Release: 2024-07-29
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1783626623

A guidebook to cycling the Lon Las Cymru cycle route from either Cardiff or Chepstow to Holyhead. Covering 410km (255 miles), this long-distance cycle through the heart of Wales takes 5 days and is suitable for both first-time and experienced long-distance cyclists. The route is described from south to north in 5 stages, each between 61 and 112km (38–70 miles) in length. Starts from either Cardiff or Chepstow are described and alternate schedule options are provided to allow you to adapt the ride to suit you. 1:200,000 maps and profiles included for each stage GPX files available to download Refreshment and accommodation information given for each stage Suitable for all bikes Information on cycle shops along the route

Cycle Touring in Northern Scotland

Cycle Touring in Northern Scotland
Author: Mike Wells
Publisher:
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2019-10-11
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781786310026

This guidebook describes a 528-mile cycling route in northern Scotland. Starting and finishing in the highland capital Inverness, the circular route passes through the ancient counties and districts of Wester Ross, Sutherland, Caithness, Easter Ross and the Black Isle and is suitable for mountain, touring and road bikes.

One Man and His Bike

One Man and His Bike
Author: Mike Carter
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2011-06-02
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1446406040

What would happen if you were cycling to the office and just kept on pedalling? Needing a change, Mike Carter did just that. Following the Thames to the sea he embarked on an epic 5,000 mile ride around the entire British coastline - the equivalent of London to Calcutta. He encountered drunken priests, drag queens and gnome sanctuaries. He met fellow travellers and people building for a different type of future. He also found a spirit of unbelievable kindness and generosity that convinced him that Britain is anything but broken. This is the inspiring and very funny tale of the five months Mike spent cycling the byways of the nation.

The River Rhone Cycle Route

The River Rhone Cycle Route
Author: Mike Wells
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages: 294
Release: 2022-12-07
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1783629568

Guidebook to the River Rhone Cycle Route, an 895km bicycle ride from the Alps of central Switzerland to the Mediterranean Sea, near Marseille, France. The route - which is mostly downhill, except for an optional 15km climb to the start point at Furkapass - is divided into 20 stages (averaging 45km per stage) and can be completed by most cyclists in 12-14 days. The route uses two waymarked national cycle trails: the Swiss R1 Rhone Route and the French ViaRhona, which together have been adopted by the ECF (European Cyclists' Federation) as EuroVelo route EV17. The guide provides detailed route descriptions and 1:150,000 mapping for each stage, as well as two route options along either the north or south shore of Lake Geneva. It also includes plenty of practical advice such as preparing for the journey, transport options there and back, what to take, accommodation en route and a French/German glossary.

Cycling in the Hebrides

Cycling in the Hebrides
Author: Richard Barrett
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages: 382
Release: 2024-01-11
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1783622865

This guidebook describes 37 day rides for all abilities, and 22 linking routes for more experienced cycle tourists, allow riders to visit all the essential sights in over 20 islands of the Hebrides and of the Firth of Clyde. Routes range from those suitable for short weekend breaks to a challenging 600-mile tour (includes the 200 mile Hebridean Way / NCR 780 along the length of the Outer Hebrides). Whether you're putting together a fortnight's tour or just enjoying a few day rides from a single base, this guide is packed with useful information to help you make the most of your trip. The Hebridean islands offer a wealth of wonderful scenery: the majestic Cuillin mountains on Skye; the otherworldly palm trees on Bute; the marvellous white shell sands on Tiree and Harris. This guidebook features detailed custom mapping and elevation profiles for all routes, and comprehensive information of ferry and transport routes, accommodation, food and drink, supplies, cycle spares and repairs. Island hopping in these islands is a magical experience. The guide visits over 20 of them and each has its own interesting history and wildlife. Reasonably fit cyclists can enjoy these routes at their own pace; experienced cycle tourists will eat up the miles.

Lon Las Cymru

Lon Las Cymru
Author: Ben Giles
Publisher: Pocket Mountains
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2011
Genre:
ISBN: 9781907025211

The 400km long Lon Las Cymru route from Holyhead in the north to Cardiff or Chepstow in the south is the ultimate cycle tour of Wales. Whether tackling the route in a week of cycling or taking your time and riding it in smaller chunks, this guide provides breakdowns of each section, advice on detours, where to stay and what sights not to miss.

The Moselle Cycle Route

The Moselle Cycle Route
Author: Mike Wells
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2014-07-22
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 178362082X

This guidebook provides 14 stages of route description to cycling along the Moselle river, a route that offers stunning scenery, plentiful accommodation and places to eat and drink, and straightforward cycling throughout. A well-waymarked, generally downhill 512km route, it is mostly off-road and on well-surfaced cycle tracks (mainly asphalt) with virtually no gradients, and the majority is along the riverbank or on canal towpaths. From its source in the Vosges Mountains of eastern France, the Moselle flows through the French region of Lorraine and crosses into Luxembourg then into the German Rheinland region before it reaches its confluence with the Rhine at the west German city of Koblenz. Suitable for both veteran long-distance cyclists and for newcomers to cycle touring who wish to start with an easy-to-follow journey, the route can be completed in a week by fit cyclists, cycling two stages per day. Two weeks allow for alternative stages and optional excursions through the Saar and Rhine gorges and to visit the Boucles de Moselle and the city of Luxembourg, and give enough time for sightseeing and a leisurely riding pace.

Cycling London to Paris

Cycling London to Paris
Author: Mike Wells
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2018-03-15
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1783626054

A guidebook to the London to Paris bike ride through England and France. The classic route (490km, 304 miles) takes 9 days and the Avenue Verte (387km, 240 miles) 11 days to complete. Both routes are suitable for both first-time and experienced long-distance cyclists. The classic route, via Dover/Calais, is described in 11 stages and the Avenue Verte, via Newhaven/Dieppe, in 9 stages, each between 13 and 63km (8–39 miles) in length. The routes are described north-south but a summary description is also provided for those wanting to cycle in the opposite direction. 1:100,000 maps and profiles included for each stage? GPX files available to download? Refreshment and accommodation information given for each stage Suitable for road bikes Information on cycle shops along the route

Cycling in the UK

Cycling in the UK
Author: Sustrans (Organization)
Publisher: AA Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: Bicycle touring
ISBN: 9780749562793

More and more people in the UK are turning to cycling, whether as an inexpensive, healthy, and environmentally friendly means of getting to work or school, or as a way of exploring Britain's towns, cities, and countryside. More than 75 percent of UK residents live within two miles of the National Cycle Network, and a continuous program of development led by Sustrans (the UK's leading sustainable transport charity) means it is growing all the time. This official guide to the National Cycle Network brings together the expertise of two of Britain's great pioneering transport organizations--The AA and Sustrans. Here is all the essential information for planning a cycling trip in Britain--practical advice on what to take, difficulty rating, and where to stop along the way, plus expert advice on practical issues such as what to wear and how to stay safe on your bike, as well as tips on basic maintenance. With clearly marked maps, recommended rides, details of what to see, and superb photography, Cycling in the UK provides all the information you need to see the best of Britain from the best seat in the house.