Sepia Posted January 3, 2019 Posted January 3, 2019 Hi everyone Has anybody done this? Unsupported?If so, any tips, guidelines I should follow as there are plans afoot come August. I have done the Google thing but would also prefer to listen to the Hub members. (give and take some wise cracks) I really would appreciate any advice/suggestions from any knowledgeable people in this regard?Thanks
Stretch Posted January 3, 2019 Posted January 3, 2019 Google maps directions tells me it's a 4 day cycle. I'm sure there must be a fair bit of information on this as it is a common challenge
Sepia Posted January 3, 2019 Author Posted January 3, 2019 Google maps directions tells me it's a 4 day cycle. I'm sure there must be a fair bit of information on this as it is a common challengeYes, lots of stuff but mostly with groups using a tour company charging an arm and a leg. Incredibly expensive, as you should well know. I would rather do it solo and using campsites.
Bonus Posted January 3, 2019 Posted January 3, 2019 Yes, lots of stuff but mostly with groups using a tour company charging an arm and a leg. Incredibly expensive, as you should well know. I would rather do it solo and using campsites. Have a look on the Bear Bones Bike-Packing website for info . . . .
Sepia Posted January 3, 2019 Author Posted January 3, 2019 Have a look on the Bear Bones Bike-Packing website for info . . . . Did not know this one. Thanks Bonus. Great help indeed
Tatt Posted January 3, 2019 Posted January 3, 2019 We did a shorter route in June last year from London to Edinburgh. Bought cheap bikes off Facebook Market, pumped the tyres and pedalled. Stayed at backpackers, B&B's, etc along the way, and fed ourselves at whatever pub we came across. We were the only suckers heading north, and it was a headwind all the way.. So north to south is my recommendation. The Cycle routes are clearly marked, so it is just a case of figuring out which ones you want to follow, and then looking out for the route markers. This link is very helpful for planning and you can also buy the maps - https://www.sustrans.org.uk/ncn/map The bike I bought had a rack, so I borrowed panniers, this was very convenient, and also allowed me to carry far too much kit! We did it over 9 days, so probably averaged around 100 kays per day. Tom
shaper Posted January 3, 2019 Posted January 3, 2019 https://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/latest-news/28-things-youll-only-know-if-youve-done-lands-end-to-john-ogroats-199490 GXP file https://www.routeyou.com/en-gb/route/view/4016236/recreational-cycle-route/cycling-from-john-o-groats-to-land-s-end-over-the-national-cycle-network
Sepia Posted January 3, 2019 Author Posted January 3, 2019 We did a shorter route in June last year from London to Edinburgh. Bought cheap bikes off Facebook Market, pumped the tyres and pedalled. Stayed at backpackers, B&B's, etc along the way, and fed ourselves at whatever pub we came across. We were the only suckers heading north, and it was a headwind all the way.. So north to south is my recommendation. The Cycle routes are clearly marked, so it is just a case of figuring out which ones you want to follow, and then looking out for the route markers. This link is very helpful for planning and you can also buy the maps - https://www.sustrans.org.uk/ncn/map The bike I bought had a rack, so I borrowed panniers, this was very convenient, and also allowed me to carry far too much kit! We did it over 9 days, so probably averaged around 100 kays per day. TomThanks Tom. My plan seems similar. https://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/latest-news/28-things-youll-only-know-if-youve-done-lands-end-to-john-ogroats-199490 GXP file https://www.routeyou.com/en-gb/route/view/4016236/recreational-cycle-route/cycling-from-john-o-groats-to-land-s-end-over-the-national-cycle-networkHas exactly the same bike I will be doing it on! Colour anoll!Thanks for the link.
Tatt Posted January 3, 2019 Posted January 3, 2019 Thanks Tom. My plan seems similar. Has exactly the same bike I will be doing it on! Colour anoll!Thanks for the link. Enjoy the trip and post the Relives on here! We will hopefully be doing Edinburgh - as many distilleries as possible - Glasgow next year June.. If you can deviate a bit from the route, The Wrynose and Hardknott Passes in the Lake District are well worth a gander, and so is Strata Florida in Wales. And always make sure you know where the closest Halfords is! Tom
Sepia Posted January 3, 2019 Author Posted January 3, 2019 Hi TomIf I may, give you a shout closer to the time once I have firmed things up a little?Final touches, so to speak. All systems go for August.hanks for your input.
Bonus Posted January 3, 2019 Posted January 3, 2019 We did a shorter route in June last year from London to Edinburgh. . . . . We were the only suckers heading north, and it was a headwind all the way.. So north to south is my recommendation. Tom That's odd, because generally the prevailing wind is from the south west heading up the country. You may have just been unlucky.
Tatt Posted January 4, 2019 Posted January 4, 2019 That's odd, because generally the prevailing wind is from the south west heading up the country. You may have just been unlucky. Frequency of NE winds increases around May & June. We happened to find them! Tom
Bonus Posted January 4, 2019 Posted January 4, 2019 Frequency of NE winds increases around May & June. We happened to find them! Tom Bummer! lol
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