The Hebrides offer some of the most memorable cycling in the British
Isles, with quiet island roads, dramatic Atlantic coastlines, white
sand beaches and a landscape shaped by wind, water and ancient
culture. Each island has its own character, and island hopping by
ferry adds an adventure that no mainland route can match. This
comprehensive guidebook covers the Inner and Outer Hebrides and the
Firth of Clyde, with 37 day rides and 22 linking routes that can be
combined into tours ranging from a long weekend to a two-week
island-hopping adventure. Designed for both dedicated cycle tourers
and holidaymakers looking for great rides during a stay, it suits any
ability, time frame or ambition. The 37 day rides range from 19 to
60km and cover over 20 islands across six regions: Clyde and Kintyre;
Colonsay, Islay and Jura; Mull, Coll and Tiree; Skye and Raasay; Barra
and the Uists; and Harris and Lewis The 22 linking routes connect the
day rides into longer touring itineraries ranging from 106 to 973km,
with suggested tours for a long weekend, a week and a two-week
adventure covering the full region The Hebridean Way is covered in
full, with guidance on riding it end-to-end or adapting it to suit
your time, ability and ferry connections Route descriptions are
supported by 1:250,000 mapping and elevation profiles, with ferry
schedules and timings, difficulty grades and a facilities guide
covering accommodation, ferry ports and transport connections GPX
files are available to download for navigation whilst exploring the
Hebrides A comprehensive introduction covers terrain, wildlife,
history and culture, getting there and around, preparing your bike,
what to pack and how to plan your trip Island hopping by bike through
the Hebrides is one of cycling's great adventures. This guidebook
contains all the information you need to make it happen.
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Island touring and day rides including The Hebridean Way
Product details
ISBN
9781787652514
Published
2025
Edition
3. edition
Publisher
Cicerone Press Ltd
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
Author