If the last few pages haven’t inspired you enough – then you must be looking for a serious epic – and we know just the thing…

Riding the length of the country has long been an inspiring challenge, and every year riders pose by the signs either end having covered the hundreds of miles between the two.

The traditional road route from Cornwall to the very tip of Scotland is 874 miles long, but those who like to explore the rough terrain off-road are treated to extra distance, totalling 1,200 miles (which you can, of course, add to if you wish).

The route can take as long as you want it too – or, rather, as long as you can afford to take off work in one go – but it’s a beautiful adventure that could well change your life. At the very least, it will certainly provide you with the confidence to inspire further challenges.

There are many resources to help you plan your route – this pack from the CTC is a good place to start.

We wrote about Julia Hobson, who rode an off-road LEGOJ to kick off her year of adventure following the sudden death of her husband – read more here.

You might also like…

The Hottest Mountain Bike Kit for 2015 – Part 1

10 of the Best Mountain Bikes for Under £1000

The 10 Most Important Things You Should Bring on a MTB Ride