Jamie Carey
Jamie Carey

Jamie Carey

Location
United Kingdom
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Member since 3/14/2011
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Selly Oak --> Stratford-Upon-Avon (Canal Route) --> Charlecote Park

Cycling route in Bartley Green, England, United Kingdom

I attempted this route on my hybrid bike, which I intend to tour on in the summer. It has fairly rugged tyres, but not mountain bike tyres. I would recommend this route for its often scenic nature, in particular the long stretches of canal locks. However there are drawbacks. The canal towpath in…
52.4 km
Distance
65 m
Ascent
157 m
Descent
Selly Oak --> Clent Hills (Loop)
Road bike
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Selly Oak --> Clent Hills (Loop)

Cycling route in Bartley Green, England, United Kingdom

A nice varied route, with some tough uphill parts, and rewarding descents. The opening stretch isn't fantastic (residential) but when cycling the clent hills half of the loop the views are fantastic. The ride ends through Bournville, which is always very aesthetically pleasing. A good cycle.
37.2 km
Distance
362 m
Ascent
362 m
Descent
Selly Oak --> Lickey Hills (loop)

Cycling route in Bartley Green, England, United Kingdom

Not a fantastically scenic route, with much of the ride dominated by suburban housing and a long stretch down Bristol Road. I used it mainly as a way to get in a first bout of practice. However, the road running past Bartley Reservoir provides a peaceful view, and it was lovely and sunny when I …
29.6 km
Distance
291 m
Ascent
291 m
Descent
Gloucester --> Bristol (via National Cycle Route 41)

Cycling route in Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

75.9 km
Distance
224 m
Ascent
205 m
Descent
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