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This cycling guidebook follows the course of a new cycling route around the North Coast of Scotland, described as Scotland's own Route 66. Since its launch in 2015 this route - branded as 'North Coast 500' (NC500) - has proved to be a resounding success, with motorists, motorcyclists and cyclists flocking to Inverness to put rubber to the road, driving and riding through some of the most spectacular scenery in the United Kingdom. This guidebook is aimed specifically at cyclists, describing the entire coastal route over seven stages: . A sketch plan, elevation graphs and turn-by-turn directions to each stage . Points of interest are highlighted, and in many cases illustrated . Helpful sections on travel to Inverness, nutrition, navigation and emergency cycle repairs . Alternative route is offered to the busy and challenging A9 section south of Wick . Full list of accommodation providers to suit all budgets AUTHOR: Nicolas Mitchell is passionate about cycle touring. He has thousands of cycling miles to his credit and is a veteran of numerous long-distance cycle rides. When he isn't in the office writing up cycling routes, Nick can usually be found out on the road guiding long-distance cycle tours. 44 colour photographs, 13 maps, 9 diagrams

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Nicolas Mitchell is passionate about cycle touring. He has thousands of cycling miles to his credit and is a veteran of numerous long-distance cycle rides. When he isn't in the office writing up cycling routes, Nick can usually be found out on the road guiding long-distance cycle tours.

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