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636 ft
Distance
-90 ft
Descent
00:00:37
Avg time
-90 ft
Altitude change
1,138 ft
Altitude min
1,228 ft
Altitude max
1,228 ft
Altitude start
1,138 ft
Altitude end
-14.1%
Grade
-42%
Grade max
-4%
Grade min
636 ft
Distance down
00:00:37
Avg time
Double X Details
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Activities
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Riding AreaGlentress
Peebles -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity75 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 85 in E-Biking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC
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DirectionOne DirectionPopular Direction Shown
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Climb DifficultyBlack Diamond
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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eBike Allowed
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TTFs on TrailBerm, Drop, Jump, Skinny
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Ride in RainYes
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Land OwnerForestry And Land Scotland
Steep start followed by turn with succession of small drops around it. Then a straight onto a table top made of fenceposts and dirt (better than you think). Optional skinny to small drop, switchback then small jumps and onto the fireroad.
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Marked as part of the Black Route. Can be ridden instead of The Matrix on the Red Route.
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6 Months
- 35 rides
- 14 miles avg distance
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- 552 rides
- Last: Apr 14, 2026
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Directions to double-x trailhead
(55.655240, -3.125550)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Double X
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Where is Double X located?
Double X is located in Glentress, Peebles, United Kingdom. It is part of the Glentress trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 55.65524, -3.12555.
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How hard is Double X?
Double X is rated as Black difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 14.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
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What is the elevation gain for Double X?
The trail has 28 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 347 m to 374 m.
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Is Double X a point to point trail?
Yes, Double X is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
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