View of East Kilbride, Glasgow, and the Campsies from Ardochrig Road
View of East Kilbride, Glasgow, and the Campsies from Ardochrig Road
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View of East Kilbride, Glasgow, and the Campsies from Ardochrig Road
Cycling
4.9
(55)
Road cycling
5.0
(2)
Gravel riding
5.0
(1)
Mountain biking
5.0
(1)
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October 28, 2019
Cycling
November 25, 2020
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Elevation 360 m
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Saturday 15 August
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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h
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