The Adventure route will be 25-30km and we believe it to be achievable by mountain bikers with basic off road riding skills.   It will be a challenge for riders new to biking and a blast for more experienced riders.  It will include singletrack and small obstacles of root and rock.  The gradient will be mostly moderate but will include steep sections.  A good standard of fitness will help.
 
The longer, more technical Epic route takes you on to more technical sections and will be 35-40km with more total ascent.  This route is for proficient mountain bikers with moderate off road skills and a good quality mountain bike.  The route will be steeper and tougher than the Adventure, and with more singletrack with rocky and rooty sections.  There will be a wide range of climbs and descents of a challenging nature. A good standard of fitness and stamina will be needed.

You will need a mountain bike to complete both routes.  As some of the route is on public footpaths there will be a strict no bell no go policy.

Info for Riders

EVENT IS NOW FULL - follow the facebook page for updates. Email the event contact - ridelikeagrrl@gmail.com - if you are interested in assisting at the event or have any questions Original women's MTB cross-country race/ride in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. Two routes to choose from ('Epic' and 'Adventure') to cater for experienced and less-experienced riders. Both routes take you on a journey with a mix of hill tracks, quiet estate roads and singletrack. Feed stations (with cake!) en route. A great fun event designed to challenge and encourage all female mountain bikers. Category prizes as well as spot prizes for fancy dress, bike decoration and biggest GRRRR The event hub, start and finish are all in Glenmore lodge providing fantastic facilities for riders and spectators. There will be activities throughout the day at the hub, food, drinks and plenty of space to relax. Glenmore lodge also have some accommodation available at special rider rates - please contact them directly.