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We had a great day thanks @bobbyspity.

I can only imagine. We’ve never done it that way.

@@specializeddoug I don't recommend it, mind you, you said there was a nice line down the middle, sound like the loose stuff might have settled a bit then!

It was much better compacted than when we did it previously, at that point there were large loose stones which would’ve been horrible to climb.

How long is the ride? 28 miles.

Nice one BDR, the forecast looks okayish at the moment. 🤞🏻

Absolutely, we’re not precious about it being gravel bikes only.

Thanks GMcS. Pleased that you enjoyed it.

I’m not really sure to be honest. I’m sure there would be ways to link across.

Thanks for that info SDRA3636. You could download the GPX file of the route and follow it. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

@@specializeddoug I think I shall do so. I’ve plotted a few that go further north from the Kelpies but this looks nice for a wee change.

That’s a great route BDR, we’ve maybe done it 3 or 4 times now.

Nice one Scott. Hope you enjoyed your day as much as we did.

Cheers Ali, we had a great wee day, hope you are well.

No worries big chap. Hopefully we’ll get a good summer and plenty of opportunities to get some dusty miles in. 🤞🏻

Cheers M. It worked out pretty well. Could be a little less road involved if we could find a parking spot in or around Comrie too.

​@specializeddoug there's a carpark on the Crieff side of Comrie at the edge of the village. Usually plenty of space and I'm sure it's free.

Thanks Craig. I thoroughly enjoyed that wee pedal. I just have sleepless nights when I see OG’s listing their gravel bikes for sale. 😜 Hope to see you soon buddy.

Thanks t1982, no it’s the Insta360 X3. It just refused to switch on and was overheating so I’ve sent it back to them.

Thanks Ken. Callander is a good base for gravel riding. We love heading up there as it’s such a pretty place, even prettier when the sun shines. If you’re ever up when we’ve got a ride planned come and join us.

Nice to meet you today big chap, on reflection I think you enjoyed it.

@@specializeddoug I most certainly did,a fantastic route with an absolutely great bunch of guys thank you

Thanks Chris. You should come out for a ride with us and star in the next one.

Cheers BDR7865 👍

Thanks Shugster, pleased that you enjoyed it.

You may be able to pick a gpx up from Strava. If not I’m going to see about putting my rides on to Komoot.

I think his mornings were as painful as mine, but I prefer the work hard play hard ethic. 😀 I refuse to miss the following day’s play because of the previous evening’s session.

That is an almost mystical looking place in certain weather conditions. We’ve done that route a few times and really enjoyed it. Pleased that you enjoyed it.

Thanks Stephen, it’s great fun and being a dark skies location just adds to the possibilities. Really pleased that you enjoyed it. Good luck.

Cheers CD. There’s space in the chalet for next year if you fancy it.

Glen Artney is pretty rugged and feels very remote. We’ve been through it in overcast weather and it’s very atmospheric and dramatic looking.

Cheers buddy. On reflection I really enjoyed the week and we were fairly lucky with the snow conditions. Absolutely loved the catered chalet and the whole chilled nature that it brought to the party. The ski in ski out hot tub and sauna equipped chalet next year will be next level.

Thanks Alex, you guys were all fantastic. Unfortunately I didn’t get to ski with either you or David, but we can fix that next year. Thanks again for everything.

@@specializeddoug I featured a few times don't worry!

I know that now, but didn’t recognise any of your skiing gear as I hadn’t been out with you.

Hi Ken. I’m not sure about that path but I’ll try to find out for you. Is this a path on the North side of loch Earn you are talking about?

@@specializeddoug yes that's the one. It's supposed to be getting upgraded as its in a poor state in places. Was wondering if the work is complete.

Ooh, a new drone?? What did you get?

@@specializeddoug mini 4 pro

Hope you enjoy the day BSA.

I probably won’t be there Kirsteen. We just get back from a week’s snowboarding in France the day before.

You’ll just have to join us Hugh on one of our group rides. 😀

@@specializeddoug one day I hope to.

Cheers Chris. Hope to see you soon buddy.

Good man. 😀

Cheers WW. Hope you’re still getting the miles in.

Hi Daniel, pleased that you enjoyed it. I think you may be right, thanks for that.

Thanks Doug. Great route and video. I need to drive up from Dollar and try this one.

Thanks@@briancooper2808. It’s a cracking wee route, with a fair bit of work in it for 19 miles. Some really pretty views too.

Thanks for this great video, loved the drone footage. You mentioned how to get the GPX file for this route which I’d catch. I’m planning a trip to Scotland this year and would be thankful if you could let me know. I’m riding my eMTB these days so may not be so swift as you guys. Happy trails.

@@michaelfinn1317 do you use Strava? If you do you can follow me on Strava @DouglasGilliganRACC. You can then click on my Strava rides and download the GPX files from them. Hope that helps.

Brilliant Andé. That hike a bike couldn’t have been much fun or the river wading. I don’t like the sound of the super steep stuff on a fixie either. You are a glutton for punishment. Hopefully that bridge will be replaced soon. Good shout on the water pipeline, that would make sense. Hope to see you again soon big chap.

@@specializeddoughow on Earth did I manage to comment on the wrong video?! Aye, getting feet soaked wasn’t much fun but at least it was right at the end. The bottom of the burn is just a bit chunky to carry enough speed into to make it all the way through. Cheers, catch you soon.

😂😂Sounds like you had a good go at it though. Well in big man.

Good to see you again buddy.

Thanks Daniel son. Will we be seeing your fat ass (your words not mine) back out with us soon?

You’re more than welcome Andrew. Hope the weather’s kind to you and we’ll see you on Sunday.

Have found out that one of the bridges has been condemned on the originally planned route Andrew so I’ve changed the route to one which is only 19 miles long although it does have 1,800 feet of climbing. This is the video of the last time we did the replacement route. czcams.com/video/Qp5Ddoycu5g/video.htmlsi=hTxDcIksNUEjLSwb

Cheers Kevin, pleased that you enjoyed it. It is a great route.

Nice one Johnston, I thought it was something I said.

It really is David. Haven’t heard from you for a while. Hope you are still getting the miles in.

Haha Tony. I suppose it’s the same law that makes your toast land butter side down! Hopefully they’ll get the chainsaws into them and get them cleared soon.

Lol, aye Doug. If I still had a log burning fire the trails near me would be clear for sure! 🪓🪚😁

There’s certainly a fair bit of fuel lying around out there.

@@specializeddoug yes, it upsets me having to leave it 😭🙂

It really is a special route Graham. We loved it, some tough climbs and the scenery is stunning. Pleased that you enjoyed it.

Pleased that you enjoyed it. I think the sound varies with different devices but on my more recent videos I’ve reduced the music volume so hopefully that won’t be an issue going forward.

Yip it’s a pretty decent surface DDW. We hadn’t been up there for a while but it was a nice crisp winter’s day and good to get back out.

Me neither WW. It was nice to get rid of some cobwebs.