LEJOG Blog

LEJOG – Some reflections on the trip

Why do it by yourself and how was it? Ive talked about doing this trip for years and its always been as a solo, unsupported expedition. The fun of finding my way (or not), finding somewhere to stay, meeting lots of really nice and interesting people and being self sufficient has been great. There have…

Made it!

After 13 days and about 1200 miles I’ve reached John O’Groats. Thanks for following the journey, your messages, your support and your sponsorship for Parkinson uk. It’s been a great adventure and I’ll share some reflections and my favourite moments over the next few days.

Day 12 – A day in the Highlands – almost there!

Today I passed the site of the last major set piece battle on UK soil (Culloden) and an amazing bronze burial site (Clara Cairns). Today the weather and the hills combined to make it feel like a battle and also that they both might end up burying me! The day started with an hours climb…

Day 11 – Beautiful Lochs and mountains with a bit of Highlands damp thrown in

Hello Everyone. Quick update on todays progress and then lots of images. It’s one of those days were there were so many moments of beauty – images work better than words. I’ve also recorded a couple of short videos about bike packing. Today was a pure Highlands of Scotland day. The route used a mix…

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About Me

Hello I’m Dan and welcome to my blog. Ill be sharing my experiences as I cycle solo and unsupported from Lands End to John O’ Groats via the scenic route.

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