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Not as steep/ boggy as I expected, and the river crossings had good stepping stones (although caveat it’s been a dry summer generally although torrential last few days).

No ski scarring so I actually think this is an under rated Glenshee munro.

Tackling The Lecht south from Cock Bridge (A939) confronts you immediately with its infamous wall: prepare for a brutal initial ramp reaching around 20% right after the bridge, demanding your lowest gears and maximum effort. Experience the shock of this savage start, but uniquely, the climb then undulates – feel brief descents interrupting the ascent before further steep pitches rise towards the Lecht Ski Centre. The challenge shifts from pure gradient to battling the elements on the extremely exposed, high-altitude road (always check snow gate status before riding). Embrace the wild Cairngorms scenery and the unique rhythm of this truly demanding Scottish climb.

Some small remote hill lochs and reportedly the spot where an old alder survives in this almost treeless part of the landscape.

Top of the mountain pass and then a long and fun descent

Descent was harder than going up, it can be very slippery and it’s very steep. it may be wise to reach the top and then turn back on yourself.

The Lecht Ski centre is on the mountain pass at about 645m, one of the highest roads in Scotland. The ascent on the Lecht Road to the summit is a long climb from either direction on a steep and straight road. It's fun though with stunning scenery and far reaching views.

Arguably the best climb in the area and used in the Tour of Britain. Cairn o' Mount ascends about 330m over 3.4km with an average gradient of 9.7%. The road summit is at 441m, if you decide to get off and walk up to the full summit it's 455m. The road is good in either direction, the final ascent is slightly shorter from the north.

The Clas Fhearnaig Pass links Glen Quoich in the east with Glen Lui in the west. The high point on the pass is at about 500m which isn't a large climb from either side. The two long lochs in the pass make a nice feature and a good resting place. Most people walk through here on a circuit of the two glens from the south but you can also access the ridge and head south to Creag Bhalg, it's rough country though.

who ordered the headwind? tough climb in both directions but shorter from the north

A nice rest stop for a coffee, with other facilities available too.

Distance: 5.68 miles Ascent:888ft Gradient: 2.9%Ave 11.2%Max On the A93, the climb starts in earnest where the old military road joins the A93. A relatively gentle start that ramps up towards the end.

Distance: 3.4 miles Ascent:820ft Gradient: 4.6%Ave 25.2%Max On the A939 the climb starts shortly after crossing the river Gairn. It includes a short flat and 300m descent.

Beautiful views and road. not too steep. do-able at a steady pace. not open early morning and next shop a good few miles away so make sure you've got enough fuel

Was particularly glad to see this signalling a break from the day of climbing.

Approach from the south has the easier path from the Linn of Dee. can be included on a round to a nearby Graham.

This climb up to the ski resort of Glenshee has the distinction of being Britain's highest pass, rising to 670m in altitude over 8km of riding

The last Munro of the day. A long day comes to an end.

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A mountain bike should be used for the rather long way to the old lodge. Unfortunately we didn't have one.

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Càrn a' Mhàim is a 3,402-foot (1,037 m) Munro in the Cairngorms. It has a long, narrow ridge that links to the base of the south side of Ben Macdui. Care should be taken when linking these two Munros due to the steep terrain on those southern slopes. Views from this Munro of Ben Macdui and also across to The Devil's Point are magnificent.