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MTB Blackstar - Pleasants peak - Motorway

MTB Loop 42km / 26miles with 1340m / 4400ft climb

Mountain Biking Severe

Distance
42 km
Ascent
1.4 km
Descent
1.4 km
Duration
4-5 hrs
Low Point
263 m
High Point
1.2 km
Gradient
MTB Blackstar - Pleasants peak - Motorway Map

This is a popular mountain biking route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done all year round. From a low point of 263 m to the maximum altitude of 1.2 km, the route covers 42 km, 1404 vertical metres of ascent and 1403 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Beautiful views from the Main divide road

Difficulty

Severe

Widely variable, narrow trail tread with steeper grades and unavoidable obstacles of 15in/38cm tall or less. Obstacles may include unavoidable bridges 24in/61cm wide or less, large rocks, gravel, difficult root sections, and more. Ideal for advanced-level riders.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

all year round

Features

  • Technical
  • Picturesque
  • Singletrack
  • Rock Rolls

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