What is the record for Lands End to John O Groats?
What is the record for Lands End to John O Groats?
51 hours
Can you do Lands End to John O Groats?
Land's End to John o' Groats is the traversal of the whole length of the island of Great Britain between two extremities, in the southwest and northeast. The traditional distance by road is 874 miles (1,407 km) and takes most cyclists 10 to 14 days; the record for running the route is nine days.
How many miles a day for Lands End to John O Groats?
So here's my route, designed to take in the beauty spots of Britain while avoiding too much meandering. I recommend this as a good starting point, especially if you've never done any of the long-distance walks it incorporates. It covers 15.9 miles per walking day, of which there are 70.
How long is Lands End to John O Groats?
874 miles
How many steps is it from Lands End to John O Groats?
2,299,172 steps
How much training to cycle Lands End to John O Groats?
Start training at least 8-12 weeks before your ride. Create a training plan (many templates are available online) and gradually build up your distances until you're riding your target distance (the average you'll aim for on your trip) three times a week. Vary the intensity - don't just focus on putting the miles in.
What bike to cycle Lands End to John O Groats?
Practical tips. All-terrain bikes, touring bikes and hybrid bikes will manage fine when following this Land's End to John o'Groats route. Prepare for your ride and check your bike is in good condition using our 11-step M check.
How long does it take to train for LEJOG?
Preparing your body for the trip should begin 12 weeks or more before the trip itself, some sections of the ride will be more challenging and demanding than others for many, the hardest part of the tour is in the first couple of days in the hills of Devon and Cornwall.