Easy Routes in the North West

jws2mpo
jws2mpo Posts: 20
edited November 2008 in MTB rides
I have just got a new bike and my dad wants to go out riding with me now using my old bike. I was wondering if anyone knows of any easy routes that are not to technical or rocky in or around the north west as he is a complete beginner.

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  • John Moore
    John Moore Posts: 580
    Just stick to canal tow paths and quiet lanes to build up your fitness then move onto Llandegla blue/red or Grizedale's North Face.
  • John Moore
    John Moore Posts: 580
    Just stick to canal tow paths and quiet lanes to build up your fitness then move onto Llandegla blue/red or Grizedale's North Face.
  • stumpyjon
    stumpyjon Posts: 4,069
    Have to say the North West isn't great for beginners, too many hills. That said try Delamere forest or Gisburn forest north of Clitheroe (few technical bits that can be walked, rest is fireroad or smooth single track).
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  • passout
    passout Posts: 4,425
    Try a few of the easy trails in Grizedale. The North Face is a possibility once he finds his wheels - not very hard but a few steps etc. Claife Heights near Hawkshead is a very good option - bit hilly but really not technical. A nice run!
    'Happiness serves hardly any other purpose than to make unhappiness possible' Marcel Proust.
  • tlw1
    tlw1 Posts: 22,164
    Is he fit? As a decent level of fitness will overcome some of his handling skills.

    Delemere is a good shout - as you can do easy fire track & some ok singletrack
  • Whalley
    Whalley Posts: 35
    were in the northwest? Rivington is excellent for begginers. Pm me if you want me to tell you a good route.
  • Whalley
    Whalley Posts: 35
    were in the northwest? Rivington is excellent for begginers. Pm me if you want me to tell you a good route.

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