The few days before the race, me and Steph came up to Loch Lomond, did a bit of camping, walking, biking and a bit of spa time too in a fancy hotel. A mini break before what would prove to be a tough few days on the bike. This put me in good stead thoughContinueContinue reading “HT550 – Day 1”
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HT550 – Pre start
The Highland Trail 550 is a self-supported mountain bike route 550 miles in length with over 16000m of climbing. The route was created by Alan Goldsmith to prep for the Colorado Trail Race, but it has become a massive event in its own right. From https://highlandtrail550.weebly.com/route.html I’m excited and nervous, probably in equal measure. It’sContinueContinue reading “HT550 – Pre start”
North Coast 500 – 518 Miles in 2 and a bit days
Booking the train from Durham to Inverness, on a cusp of the moment decision a few months before departure, everything seemed straightforward. Finishing work at 5pm on Saturday, riding up to the station to catch the 17.32 from Durham to Newcastle, then the 18.00 from Newcastle to Edinburgh and then the connection from Edinburgh toContinueContinue reading “North Coast 500 – 518 Miles in 2 and a bit days”
Jordan Matthews 