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GRADING - Mountain Biking
Grade - moderate
Mountain bike trips graded moderate are suitable for all people who enjoy cycling. These trips are equally suited to people new to mountain biking or intermediates looking for a new challenge and to develop their skills whilst enjoying some adventurous riding in a wild location.
You can expect up to six hours of riding over undulating terrain on some days. Trail conditions will vary from tarmac minor roads to dirt trails and non-technical single track. Altitude is unlikely to be a consideration at this grade.
Grade - challenging
Trips graded challenging are suitable for regular mountain bikers with a good level of fitness. You may need to include some pre-trip preparation to build your stamina to cope with being in the saddle for consecutive days.
You can expect up to eight hours of riding over a wide range of terrain from valley cattle roads to mountain passes. Trail conditions will be equally varied from minor road to dirt trails and technical single track. Altitude may also be a factor including the crossing of passes up to 4,000m.
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