Taking its cues from the epic Trans-Alps and Trans-Rockies point-to-point races that cross the Alps and the Canadian Rockies, the Chain Reaction Cycles TransScotland mixes seven consecutive non-competitive marathon stages—varying from 55km to 85km in distance—together with a selection of special stages on the best of Scotland’s purpose-built trails: Glentress, Dalbeattie, Mabie and Drumlanrig. Each one of these special events will see riders tackling rally style time trials in pairs and in relay, both during the day and at night. All in all this uniquely epic challenge demands that the riders complete a total of 498km (309miles) of riding with 14,100m (46,260ft) of climbing off-road in just seven days. For more information on Trans Scotland go to www.mtbtransuk.co.uk