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over a year ago
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Hello from down south, i hope to come up to Scotland for a short cycling holiday in June or July. I will be cycling around Applecross in the NW,a long shot i know but anyone around that area? Would be nice to meet a friendly face while im there. Cheers Si  |
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We're not from there (sorry) but it's our favourite place in the whole world. It's so beautiful. Leave something in the tank for the kick at the end of the Bealach Na Ba - it's longer than you think even when you know it's longer than you think! 
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Thanks for the replies, yes looking forward to it i cycle a lot but it still looks a good challenge, what's the best time of year to avoid the dreaded midge's!! I cycled from Aviemore right across to the Cape Wrath lighthouse a few years back and that was one of the best cycle trips ive ever had. I towed a trailer behind mtb with all my camping gear....thank goodness for the granny ring and disc brakes but the midges were a pain!  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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The whole of the north west highlands is a Mecca for cycling and walking, you'll have an excellent time. As previously mentioned the Belach na Ba is a significant climb and you should get in the hill training now. Another thing to remember is that one day everything can be tranquil then the next could be a maelstrom. Don't be put off just pack for every eventuality and you'll have an amazing time.
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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I dont use Strava it wont work on windows phone so i use Map my ride instead. I will prob bring my road bike and cyclocross bike for if its wet or i fancy some off road. I just need a nice busty Scottish lady to rub me down in my cottage every night  |
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over a year ago
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Holiday booked, 1st week in June 4-11 staying just north of Applecross, taking a 'friend' with me now so a week of sun, sex and cycling...well certainly sex and cycling anyway  |
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Thought I should update this post. I did the trip and the cycling was fantastic! Did the Applecross climb 3x twice the normal well known side and once up from Applecross side. The toughest climb I've ever done but with a 42x11 bottom gear it was a killer, note to self...lower gears next year The coast road was just beautiful, sadly I didn't find any Scottish busty beauties to enjoy it with...maybe next year |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Applecross is an amazing place and still to cycle it but have climbed the cliffs at the side of the bleach and on the surrounding mountains. Of course also up and down a few times on my motorcycle, never tire of going there |
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