Litton Cheney & Compton Valance Loop
30km loop from Portesham
Mountain Biking Difficult
- Distance
- 30 km
- Ascent
- 698 m
- Descent
- 697 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 45 m
- High Point
- 220 m
- Gradient
- 7˚
This is a popular mountain biking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's not remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between May and August. From a low point of 45 m to the maximum altitude of 220 m, the route covers 30 km, 698 vertical metres of ascent and 697 vertical metres of descent.
Description
570m of climbing.
Difficulty
Difficult
Mostly stable trail tread with some variability featuring larger and more unavoidable obstacles that may include, but not be limited to: bigger stones, roots, steps, and narrow curves. Compared to lower intermediate, technical difficulty is more advanced and grades of slopes are steeper. Ideal for upper intermediate riders.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Technical
- Picturesque
- Singletrack
- Road sections