Do not look at the pothole you want to avoid; look at the exit of the corner, and your body will subconsciously guide the bike through the safest line.
When the thermometer starts to drop, fashion-conscious city dwellers and countryside explorers alike often turn to a timeless staple: the waxed cotton jacket. While the standard Barbour Ashby is a year-round favorite for its tailored silhouette, the Barbour Winter Ashby
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The "Best" of the winter descent is defined by the immediate transition of the landscape:
The first rule of the best winter descent is knowing when not to ride. Icy roads are incredibly dangerous, drastically reducing your traction and increasing the risk of an accident. Heavy snowfall can also bring hazards like reduced visibility and hypothermia.
Today, you are going down. Because the best descent begins with a pivot, a pause at the crest where the wind has teeth.
The old-timers in Ashby will tell you that the descent has been "best" for as long as anyone can remember. Some say it’s the grade—just steep enough to require attention, just shallow enough to allow wonder. Some say it’s the exposure—west-facing, so the setting sun hits you full in the face for the final mile. A few will tap their noses and mutter about the way the ridge focuses electromagnetic energy, or ley lines, or the ghost of a Confederate courier who still rides that road at dusk, late with dispatches for a war already lost.
Access to Mount Watatic is free, but parking is available at the Ashby Wildlife Management Area parking lot . Due to limited space, arriving early is highly recommended. For those new to the sport or looking for a rental, local ski shops in the wider Ashby area can provide the necessary gear for a safe adventure.
Compared to the boxier Barbour Bedale , the