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Depart The Academy Llandarcy and travel through Skewen, Neath Abbey and Cadoxton before entering the country roads of the Neath Valley to Glynneath. From Glynneath you face your first climb towards Ystradfellte at the base of the Brecon Beacons. Continue up to Defynnog joining the Llandovery Road. Time for a well earned rest at the Erwlon Caravan Site. Food will be served and there are toilet and shower facilities available. See how the legs feel before deciding on your choice of route. At Llandovery do you turn right and head towards the stunning scenery of the Llyn Brianne Reservoir. You will be faced with a tough climb but the views when you get there will be well worth it. After enjoying the downhill ride back to Llandovery you rejoin the route where those who chose not to go on the Reservoir continue the ride.
You will soon be faced with your next challenge the climb over the Black Mountains before heading in to Pontardawe. The final climb short but tough up over Rhos and down to Neath before returning to The Academy.
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Route 1 – 115 Miles
This is 115 miles with lots of arduous climbs with breath taking scenery, including the Ystradfellte Devils Elbow, a hard climb of just under 500m with fast descents and sharp switch backs and also the infamous Devils Staircase at the northen end of the breathtaking Llyn Brianne Dam with a 25 degree assent and decent. Come and have a go if you think your hard enough! |
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Route 2 – 80 Miles
Following the same route as far as Llandovery where the ride splits and heads to Brynamman and the 500m climb up the stunning Black Mountains with a very fast descent to Pontardawe, Rhos, Alltwen, Neath and back to the Academy. Push yourself a little further! |
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Route 3 – 32 Miles
A challenging rider for the beginner to intermediate rider, following route 1 and 2 to Glynneath splitting up towards Onllwyn incline heading towards seven sisters and passing the mining museum in Cefn Coed a scenic less strenuous route. Preparing for the big one! |
