The Adventure route will be approx 25km and we believe it to be achievable by mountain bikers with basic off road riding skills.   It will be a challenge for riders new to biking and a blast for more experienced riders.  It will include singletrack and small obstacles of root and rock.  The gradient will be mostly moderate but will include steep sections.  A good standard of fitness will help.
 
The longer, more technical Epic route takes you out on to the hill and will be approx 35km with more total ascent.  This route is for proficient mountain bikers with good off road skills and a good quality mountain bike.  The route will be steeper and tougher than the Adventure, and with more singletrack with rocky and rooty sections.  There will be a wide range of climbs and descents of a challenging nature. Expect water crossings, larger obstacles and drop-offs.  A good standard of fitness and stamina will be needed.

You will need a mountain bike to complete both routes.

Info for Riders

Flagship women-only MTB cross-country race in the heart of the Caingorms National Park. Two routes to choose from ('Epic' and 'Adventure') to cater for experienced and less-experienced riders in their 17th year or older. Both routes take you on a journey through the spectacular Glen Feshie and into Inshriach Forest. You will ride a mix of hill tracks, quiet estate roads and oodles of beautiful singletrack. Feed stations (with cake!) en route. Start 12 noon At race base there will be a skills loops for 16 & unders, and an evening ceilidh for riders and their supporters/family. Accommodation & camping available at race-base. Make a weekend of it! Kids races on Sunday 22nd: enter at www.scottishcycling.org.uk/ events Event raising money for ‘Friends of Lagganlia’ Charitable Trust. Entry fee £35 (£25 for members of Petalpower Biking club, see www.petalpowerbiking.co.uk for membership form and info) Please select correct membership category in online entry. No late entries.