Thinking about a 3–4 day ride coast to coast. Any favourite routes with decent cafes and fewer lorries?
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Oban to St Andrews via quiet B-roads is lovely. Ferry day adds a nice break. Scones in Comrie, thank me later.
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NCN routes stitch together nicely if you're okay with a few gravel bits. Midges are real — pack spray.
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