There is a reasonable loop that starts in Ticknall, through Robin Wood, Repton Shrubs, Foremark Reservoir, 50% offroad, about 15 miles in total + 6 miles each way to Lount – it'll be a bit of a quaqmire in places, but at least it's "mountain biking", I'm sure someone else'll chip in with more details before the weekend, but if they don't I'll return with more detail.

Marin Trail (first hand) was fine today, just a couple of minor icy bits on the Dragons Back and on the final climb before you cross over the first climb (if you know what I mean). Much better than I was expecting.

Fantastci views of a snow covered Snowdon Range.