Hi all,
Tackling the NC500 route (ish) with the wife over two weeks this summer, so plenty of time to follow diversions and explore various areas. Taking the bike so that I can sneak off when she's wanting a quiet day. Any route recommendations? I know Torridon has some gems if you know where to look, I presume there's plenty further north too. It'll need to be a single day out & back mission so any pointers would be greatly appreciated!
Cheers
There is surprisingly little.
Arkle Loop is worth the effort.
Loch na h-oidche near Gairloch.
Carnmore from Poolewe.
Loads of gravel roads in Caithness.
And Golspie once you are round that far.
Kenmore-Applecross
Loch a Bhraoin, Loch an Nid - Corrie Hallie loop
Laggan isn't far off the A9 if you're using that, Golspie definitely (probably my favourite trail centre). Was tempted to do a day trip to Cape Wrath but didn't have a full day. Torridon isn't far off the route, devils staircase, Fort William...
Some of those may not be on the exact route, I followed the general route and made my own alterations based on what way I felt like turning some of the time.
Did it last year in the really hot spell we had in June, was too hot to ride Torridon but generally was a superb trip without too much over planning. Threw a tent in and decided where I wanted to stay through the day, only firm booking I had was the ferry and accommodation on Orkney which I added on.
