I tend to ride this the other way, ending in Eddleston, because I for me the Black and White Meldons reveal themselves so much more dramatically. The valley is soaked …

Mike Muldoon

June 16, 2020

Road cycling

Nice Climb from Eddleston followed by meander through a pleasant valley towards Peebles.

Aindriu

May 4, 2020

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Lovely wee road up between the Black and White Meldons.

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1. Lyne Water loop from Eddlestone

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2. The Meldons loop from Peebles

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Easy 13.0-mile road cycling loop from Peebles, offering scenic views between the Black and White Meldons in the Scottish Borders.

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3. Moor Road – Scottish Borders – Paddy Slacks Climb loop from Penicuik

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Distance 7.51 km

Uphill 110 m

Downhill 100 m

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Location: Eddleston And District, Scottish Borders, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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The Meldons Road

1. Lyne Water loop from Eddlestone

2. The Meldons loop from Peebles

3. Moor Road – Scottish Borders – Paddy Slacks Climb loop from Penicuik

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