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https://bikepacking.com/routes/the-pictish-trail/

Has anyone come across this? Looks ideal for a gravel bike/rigid bike and could potentially be broken down into a shorter route from Edinburgh to Inverness (or the other way) to make it a more manageable trip

Sorry, somehow completely missed this! I actually forgot to do a proper write up but happy to answer any questions. Overall it was a lovely tour and can definitely recommend it. I ended up getting a ferry to Arran on my first night and found a really nice camping spot on the NE of the island before getting a ferry to Tarbet ( I think) and taking the route up from there. In the end I think i only lost about 15 miles off the original route though it was a shame to miss out on the distilleries in Cambletown (best whisky imo).

On the whole I reckon it's a great route to split camping with a BnB half way as I found some parts that weren't remote enough to find a good camping spot. it's also worth noting that there seem to be 2 main routes on Komoot:

• https://www.komoot.com/collection/991093/-the-caledonia-way
  
• https://www.komoot.com/collection/919804/cycling-coast-to-coast-through-the-scottish-wilds-caledonia-way
  
  

I ended up using the first one mostly but the second does seem more scenic and takes you through some more historical/interesting spots, whereas the first felt more direct in moments. The first also took me to Oban, leading to the biggest and best pile of muscles you'll ever get for £5 - 100% recommended and a nice town/city to refuel before the rest of the trip - though you also get Fort William towards the end. Also one of the final days' riding up General Wade's road into the highlands was one of my favorite cycling ever - a tough climb rewarded by perfect descent to Loch Ness and met with a double rainbow!

I get that you're leaving soon but shoot me any questions you have :)

Ha nice. I wanted something more touring-esque than my canti Kepler so this really fits the bill.

The bag’s actually a Wizard Works I got from Seabass Cycles last year!

Really enjoying my Space Horse - picked up the frame from @NishinomiyaUK a coupe of weeks ago and this is the rough first draft. Super comfy and plush ride. For now it just needs a more upright stem and non-up cycled bar tape to tidy it up

Super nice older Thorn Club Tour frameset for £300:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/374488828161

Sold, thanks @TooTallTim!

Almost - it’s frameset, wheels, tyres, cassette and brakes. So no derailleurs or shifters. I might have some other parts so feel free to PM with any questions

Final price: £100 for frameset, wheels, cassette, tyres, brakes

£120

Update: realised I was being stupid and the wheels are 11 speed. New price including f+f, brakes, wheels, tyres, 11sp cassette + chain for £150. Will also post for extra. Need this gone so will consider offers

PM’d

Genesis frame + wheels + bits now £200. Will also post

Found some extras to include with the Genesis frame & wheels - will now come with 5700 shifters, 10 rear mech and Ultegra 11-28 cassette all in good condition for £250. Open to offers too

@lazysuperhero sorry literally just sold it!

I'll take it...PM sent

All good :)

sold last week

Cannondale sold!

I’d say between a large and a medium, yeah. It fits me really well at 5’ 8 and if i kept it I was planning on getting some swept back bars for full cruiser points. Could also imagine it fitting someone a few inches taller

ah sorry that sold already!

Having a complete clearout of everything. Collection preferred from Sydenham but can meet around SE. Dibs by PM please. All photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1f6UxWzL2Q1KDCN6EYzRby7SQzJujcp-o

Genesis equilibrium frameset (M) SOLD

Cannondale M500 - SOLD

Pompino Frame (M) - SOLD

Peugeot Monte Carlo frameset (50cm) - GONE

Gone pending collection

This is the bike that inspired me to get the frame in the first place! Such a nice build

Selling my Bob Jackson audax frameset after finally admitting its a)too small for me and b) that I'll never get round to fixing it myself.

The frame is straight and generally good condition with some paint scuffs but the main issue is that it needs a new seat braze. I bought this frame a few years ago knowing this was an issue and its only gotten worse over time. The good news is that its a really cheap repair - I think Vaz in Hither Green only charges around £15 for the job.

Frame is 52/3cm c-c on top tube and seat tube and has plenty of space for 32mm and mudguards, plus rack mounts on the rear. Comes with Stronglight headset that still feels good.

SOLD

Pics here:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1f6UxWzL2Q1KDCN6EYzRby7SQzJujcp-o?usp=sharing

Made it to Inverness! Will post a more detailed report soon but overall it’s been an amazing ride. It’s my first tour (and solo) and I’ve been very happy with the route. The monster climb up General Wade’s military road out of Fort Augustus was worth it for the endless descent towards a double rainbow, and was easily the best days riding I’ve ever had