The last two times (once hiking, once via the Pictish Trail) I’ve visited that road from Corgarff Castle, in the valley between be Scots Pines & the start I’ve spotted black grouse! Keep an eye out next time you visit. Lovely video. 😄
Another great video Alan! You're right, would be fantastic later in the year when the heather is blooming. Great day out on the bike and love the ancient stone bridges 😊
Nice! I lived in Aberdeen for 14 years before returning to the central belt and taking up cycling more seriously. I have no major desire to revisit that part of Scotland (simply because there are so many other parts I haven't explored yet) but there is so much great riding on offer - on and off road - that I feel like I have a ton of unfinished business up there.
Alan, just came across your channel whilst looking for some inspiration! been wanting to dabble more in cycling and this type of route is what I am after! a great wee video, a great resource and hopefully something I will be trying this year! Thanks mate! Thumbs up and new Sub! Fantastic. Paul
Beautiful video and very inspiring, great motivation for some rides over summer (although the brake noises! I wish the manufacturers could figure out a solution to wet brakes 😭)
Excellent vid! - recognised a few of the trails from some of our own outings! Loved the little old bridges - hidden gems in our glens! - keep them coming! - ATB Tom
Those trails look great. The roads around there are a favourite of mine with an engine between my wheels, the gravel is tempting with my legs as power. Nice photography.
Thanks for the video. I really enjoyed this. I will definitely give this a shot in August on my hard tail. Really good filming and editing, thanks again.
Looked at this route in the book it looks lovely. There’s nothing on any of the apps re drone flying at Corgarff Castle no doubt they have put that up themselves. It’s a place I want to get back to as there’s a road up past the castle that takes you to some beautiful pools in the river Avon. Tried to do it one day from Aviemore but had to turn back due to horrendous conditions over the Lecht so it’s on my to do list.
It’s a great wee route…..if you get the road climb out of the way early on! Yes, perhaps a local restriction on drones at the castle, which I was happy to respect - there were plenty of other drone flying opportunities on the trail. The River Avon is a real gem and it’s a great ride through Glen Avon. 👍
Great video buddy, looked amazing! What shoes are you wearing in this vid? Are they Shimano ME…something? I’m looking for a new pair that are comfy to ride in as we as walk when needed!
@@TwistyTrails it was amazing there, I have the Scotland book too, I must go soon, when so the midges appear? Thanks for the heads up on shoes, I’ll get some. Dirty Reiver in a couple of weeks 🏁🏁
I'm loving your videos Alan. As a roadie myself I'm thinking about swapping over to Gravel. Do you have any recommendations for which gravel bike to go for? Nothing expensive 😂
@@bobkatanga thank you. Glad you’re enjoying. Not so much a tip, but I’d be too precious with a carbon graveller (or mtb) just in case it got dinged. Love my titanium graveller from Ribble - slap on a set of road wheels and it’s a great all-rounder. 👍
The last two times (once hiking, once via the Pictish Trail) I’ve visited that road from Corgarff Castle, in the valley between be Scots Pines & the start I’ve spotted black grouse! Keep an eye out next time you visit. Lovely video. 😄
@@theGEOcycle thank you. I’m always on the lookout for flora and fauna on my adventures. 👍
Another great video Alan! You're right, would be fantastic later in the year when the heather is blooming. Great day out on the bike and love the ancient stone bridges 😊
Thanks Janice. I'll definitely be back in the summer months although for this route, I'll be getting the road climb out of the way early on! 😄
Excellent video. Glen Gairn is a real beauty and the track is superb. More like this please Alan.
Thanks - glad you enjoyed. 👍
I really enjoyed watching this, great video! You really gave the beautiful scenery justice with your serene edit.
Thank you. I’m glad you appreciated. 👍
Nice! I lived in Aberdeen for 14 years before returning to the central belt and taking up cycling more seriously. I have no major desire to revisit that part of Scotland (simply because there are so many other parts I haven't explored yet) but there is so much great riding on offer - on and off road - that I feel like I have a ton of unfinished business up there.
Thanks - glad you enjoyed. Yep, plenty to explore outside of the main, obvious areas. 👍
Just gotta love a wrong turn - always adds to the adventure 😄. Nice upload, thanks 👍🏼
Thank you. No excuse for the wrong turn, but yep, minor drama makes for a more interesting day out! 🙂
Alan, just came across your channel whilst looking for some inspiration! been wanting to dabble more in cycling and this type of route is what I am after! a great wee video, a great resource and hopefully something I will be trying this year! Thanks mate! Thumbs up and new Sub! Fantastic. Paul
Thank you and glad you enjoyed. Hopefully you’ll get plenty of inspiration from my other vids too. Get out there and dabble! 😀
Beautiful video and very inspiring, great motivation for some rides over summer (although the brake noises! I wish the manufacturers could figure out a solution to wet brakes 😭)
Thank you. Ha ha, I did lower the video's sound level for the brake squeal along Loch Builg as it was excruciating!🎧🎧😀
What a beautifully filmed and edited video, very inspirational 🚲😀
Thanks very much for that 👍
Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed. 👍
Looks an excellent route and very well filmed - thanks for sharing. It’s on this year’s list now.
Thank you. It’s a great route- you’ll love it!
Lovely 😊
Thank you! 😊
An excellent bit of filming, as usual. Thanks!
That’s appreciated, thanks.
Brilliant video. Great scenery 👌
Thank you.
Excellent vid! - recognised a few of the trails from some of our own outings! Loved the little old bridges - hidden gems in our glens! - keep them coming! - ATB Tom
Thank you. I aim to keep em coming......
Those trails look great. The roads around there are a favourite of mine with an engine between my wheels, the gravel is tempting with my legs as power. Nice photography.
Ha ha, thanks. Get those legs spinnin! 😊
Thanks for the video. I really enjoyed this. I will definitely give this a shot in August on my hard tail. Really good filming and editing, thanks again.
Glad you enjoyed and that it's inspired a future adventure! 👍
Looked at this route in the book it looks lovely. There’s nothing on any of the apps re drone flying at Corgarff Castle no doubt they have put that up themselves. It’s a place I want to get back to as there’s a road up past the castle that takes you to some beautiful pools in the river Avon. Tried to do it one day from Aviemore but had to turn back due to horrendous conditions over the Lecht so it’s on my to do list.
It’s a great wee route…..if you get the road climb out of the way early on! Yes, perhaps a local restriction on drones at the castle, which I was happy to respect - there were plenty of other drone flying opportunities on the trail. The River Avon is a real gem and it’s a great ride through Glen Avon. 👍
Looks a belting route
It’s a corker!
Love it!
Nice! 😃
Great video buddy, looked amazing!
What shoes are you wearing in this vid?
Are they Shimano ME…something?
I’m looking for a new pair that are comfy to ride in as we as walk when needed!
Glad you enjoyed. They're Shimano ME7s. Second pair I've had - great for walking in.....and riding!
@@TwistyTrails it was amazing there, I have the Scotland book too, I must go soon, when so the midges appear?
Thanks for the heads up on shoes, I’ll get some.
Dirty Reiver in a couple of weeks 🏁🏁
I'm loving your videos Alan. As a roadie myself I'm thinking about swapping over to Gravel. Do you have any recommendations for which gravel bike to go for? Nothing expensive 😂
@@bobkatanga thank you. Glad you’re enjoying. Not so much a tip, but I’d be too precious with a carbon graveller (or mtb) just in case it got dinged. Love my titanium graveller from Ribble - slap on a set of road wheels and it’s a great all-rounder. 👍
Do I know you? 🤔 😅
Nope…..wasn’t me! 😀