Chiltern cycle way loop from Berkhamsted
Mountain Biking
· United Kingdom
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Michael Gallagher
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A long ride with 90% on road or cycle paths - mostly following the Chiltern Cyclway
difficult
Distance 51.8 km
4:28 h
401 m
403 m
192 m
96 m
A long ride with 90% on road or cycle paths.
This ride is mostly roads interspersed with a few tracks. Highlights include the Grand Union Canal, the now disused Nickey Line (excellent for cycling) and Ashridge forest.
The toughest hills are the climb out of Berkhamsted near the beginning (on road) and towards the end the bridle path up into Ashridge forest, which may be muddy in the winter. A light bike is an advantage as there are 3 lots of steps to climb!
Difficulty
difficult
Technique
Stamina
Highest point
192 m
Lowest point
96 m
Start
Coordinates:
OS Grid
SP 98133 08257
DD
51.764406, -0.579397
DMS
51°45'51.9"N 0°34'45.8"W
UTM
30U 667035 5737607
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Coordinates
OS Grid
SP 98133 08257
DD
51.764406, -0.579397
DMS
51°45'51.9"N 0°34'45.8"W
UTM
30U 667035 5737607
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
Basic Equipment for Mountain Biking
- Cycling helmet
- Cycling gloves
- Sturdy, comfortable and preferably waterproof footwear
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket)
- Sunglasses
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
Technical Equipment for Mountain Biking
- Air pump or CO2 pump including cartridges
- Puncture repair kit
- Replacement inner tube
- Tire levers
- Chain tool
- Hex keys
- Phone / device holder as required
- Bike lock as required
- Where applicable, the bike must meet requirements for road use by having a bell, front and rear lamps and spoke reflectors
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
Difficulty
difficult
Distance
51.8 km
Duration
4:28 h
Ascent
401 m
Descent
403 m
Highest point
192 m
Lowest point
96 m
Statistics
2D
3D
Maps and trails
Distance
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Duration
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Ascent
m
Descent
m
Highest point
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Lowest point
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