cycle lands end to john o'groats

We tried and failed.
My engine burned through all it’s oil and seized up, ended up having to scrap the bike and catch train home. Was not a happy time.
But am over it now and planning to re-visit this goal once I’ve out of debt and on a proper bike, so in about three years then.

April 2009, I got as far as Bristol, cycling north. Note to others, don’t take on the hills on a long day. I knackered my knee doing it. Next time I’ll take the more gentler A30

I’m doing this on motorbike with my brother this summer, we’re both just doing our CBT’s now and getting the gear together. Will do a short ride including a night camping a month before the trip to test everything out.

Did this in Oct 07 and it was the best 2 weeks of my life, if you’re considering this, just go and do it – you won’t regret it!

but if (or rather when) i can get fitter then i’d definitely be up for doing this – amazing achievement.

I cycled (mountain bike) from John O’Groats to Lands End in 2003. Didn’t go particulary fast, 13 days to to bottom, but wanted to enjoy the ride. I did it on my own rather than with a group although I did have a support vehicle to meet with each day so I didn’t have to carry tent and supplies… Would love to do Canada to Mexico next time but need to get the business stable so I can take 3 months off to do it!

Wonderful, and in a heatwave too! One of my “alltime” great experiences. Recommend it to anyone who enjoys cycling as a great trip.