Mountain Bike Guide - South Pennines of West Yorkshire and Lancashire

Have completed 3 of the routes described in the book, all very decent rides, this book is not for beginners but has endless potential for those with plenty of stamina and high levels of fitness.. The book itself is very useful, descriptions are spot on! I printed a map and the descriptions for each ride and that has worked for me.. Endless exploring to do as a result of these start points.

Don't get me wrong there are some decent rides on offer here but each ride is presented in a short, medium and long loop format. Which often cross or continue. I found this a faff especially when trying to find your way for the first time as it is not very obvious what loops directions you are reading.I think the author would have been better served by picking his favourite route and just describing that route then having short, medium and long sections in the book. If occasionally you go over familiar ground it is better than being lost.What this book did do was get me looking for routes in not very obvious areas.

So much more value for money than the other guides I have.The various options give us a choice on the day, depending on weather, fitness etc.Very clear descriptions and great photos of the routes. Recommended