カンブリアでののおすすめMTBライド

The Cockpit is a 3,500–5,000-year-old Bronze Age stone circle (27m diameter) located on Moor Divock in the Lake District National Park, overlooking Ullswater. It features roughly 70–75, mainly recumbent, stones set into a circular embankment, likely serving as a prehistoric gathering place. It is accessible via walking trails from Askham or Pooley Bridge.

Tried this descent today in poor weather on a bikes with big flat pedals. Bottom lines is we really struggled. The route is very narrow and rutted resulting in multiple pedal strikes to the point it was largely unridable. No evidence of other bikes trying it recently either. I couldn’t pedal for the 2.5 miles from the top. This is the only time a descent has taken longer than the ascent.

If you are on anything less than a full suspension MTB - 75% of this section is not rideable…!

Great view, perfect for photos!

Ok, so it’s not an easy ride up as it has narrow and rocky sections. However a committed intermediate level rider should at least enjoy the bits they can ride, and the views across the valley and up to Skiddaw House make it a worthwhile climb, even when pushing the bike. We did it in summer, so imagine it’s trickier in winter.

Excellent views and a good spot to camp

On an eMTB this route is 100% rideable up to the flat section between Raise and Whiteside Bank. The only thing that will stop you is a lack of traction on the tight switchbacks.

White Side 863m / 2830ft is situated to the east of Thirlmere and to the west of Glenridding valley