A new guide to mountain biking (MTBing) on the South Downs of Hampshire and Sussex in Southern England, between Winchester, Brighton and Eastbourne. It takes in roller coaster ridges, dedicated woodland singletrack and great downhills. Routes graded for all abilities with information on local facilities and MTB gear and preparation.
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Seasons: excellent all year round, with each season bringing its own experiences but prolonged rainy periods can turn the chalky soil into highly­adhesive mud
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Centres: Eastbourne, Alfriston, Seaford, Lewes, Newhaven, Brighton, Worthing, Arundel, Amberley, Chichester, Petersfield, Cocking, East Meon, East Dean, New Alresford, Winchester
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Difficulty: routes primarily aimed at experienced mountain­bikers with a good level of fitness; most manageable for the less experienced/fit with extra time; graded by length: short, half­day and day; as well as strenuousness: easy, moderate and hard
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Must See: endless chalk bridleways along Downland ridges with great views in every direction; challenging hills and exhilarating descents; great dedicated singletrack at Friston Forest, Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Wild Park and Stanmer Park; excellent pubs and cafés for re­fuelling