We hope you've enjoyed a taste of what's in itineraries. Itineraries are based on main seasonality opening times from March to September – remember to pre book meals/activities/tours. This route has been recently branded the “North Coast 500” and has been a huge hit with Scots and tourists alike. Grab yourself a bunk and warm yourself by the fire… (Remember your sleeping bag!) The previous PB was 270 miles. Cycling the NC500 There are several superb routes throughout the main NC500 route to explore and discover.. We have suggested a few options for your first night stay…. The road from Contin to Garve can be particularly dangerous for cyclists – check out a suggested alternative route. A mighty 500 miles in just 3 days all around the coast of Scotland, with Mark Beaumont, the Round The World by bike World Record Holder? There is a 519 mile road route, running in a circular loop from Inverness in the east, cross country to the west, up the coast, across the northern highlands and back down the east coast from John O’Groats. Although the public cannot post on this Facebook page, constructive comments are welcomed. https://www.facebook.com/NC500cyclingguide/. See this route and plan your own adventure with komoot! Ride the best sections of the spectacular NC 500 touring route. Scotland. Make the most of your run or ride with Strava Routes. North Coast 500 includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals and more. “This was a truly wonderful trip – fun, relaxing, physically challenging, and beautiful. Hire a bike with Ticket to Ride in Inverness at the start of your trip. Then the North Coast 500 is for you! Kickstart your morning with a wholesome Highland breakfast at Velocity Cafe & Bicycle Workshop in Inverness, a haven for cyclists! Unless, like adventurer, broadcaster and Cycling UK member Mark Beaumont, you do it in 38 hours. Want the ultimate Scottish cycling challenge? Alternatively, Sanachan Bunkhouse is located at the foot of the Bealach na ba- the perfect pit stop for a group. They're community curated and backed by Strava activity data to help you choose the right roads and paths. North Coast 500 £1145 per person Cycling 500 miles around the Scottish coastline in 7 days is a tough ride but the spectacular scenery that you will cycle past is worth every pedal stroke. Starts and ends in Inverness, with bikes and transport provided by Ticket to Ride, the Highland’s leading bicycle hire and cyclist transport specialists. Suitable for the ' Avid ' rider (it's hilly!). We hired a couple of hybrid bikes from Ticket to Ride in Inverness. This ride visits some of the Outlander TV show/book sites. Bikepacking Scotland's North Coast 500 In Three Days | Si's Ultra Endurance Challenge Published on April 28th 2019. Covering close to 530 miles according to our GPS, the route naturally follows the main roads along the coastal edges of the North Highlands of Scotland, taking in the regions of Wester Ross, Sutherland, Caithness, Easter Ross, the … Cycling The North Coast 500 Route Those who cycle the North Coast 500 route are light travellers. This itinerary has been calculated based on around 65 miles cycling per day, slightly more some days and considerably less on others. You can hire bikes and equipment with: We all hope for an adventure without mechanical issues, but, if you and your bike do face a problem there are a number of bike workshops around the NC500 on hand to help, find out more here. Komoot user Global Cycling Network recorded a road ride: North Coast 500 - Scotland Bikepacking Adventure with Mark Beaumont. Our Community Share: A mighty 500 miles in just 3 days all around the coast of Scotland, with Mark Beaumont, the Round The World by bike World Record Holder?