In August 2020, I cycled Scotland's North Coast 500. The route, which starts and ends in the northern city of Inverness, circumnavigates Scotland's remote northern coastline. The scenery is beautiful and wild and offers some of the best cycling in the United Kingdom.

The terrain is rolling and rugged, and over the course of the 516-mile route, one climbs the equivalent height of Mount Everest. The highest moment of the route is the Bealach Na Ba, the infamous, alpine-like climb that heralds your arrival on Scotland's west coast.

Be warned, being so far north, and such a coastal route, you are at the mercy of the elements, so be prepared for wind, rain and more. The route has been increasingly popular with many tourers choosing to cycle the route over the course of a week or 10 days. We completed the route in 4 days, travelling between 120-130 miles per day.

We tackled the challenge to raise money and awareness for the MND charity My Name'5 Doddie Foundation, managing close to £150,000. My brother Davy was diagnosed with MND in 2018. The campaign earned Davy a Points of Light Award from the UK Prime Minister and he was voted Cycling Weekly 2020 Fundraiser of the Year. Filmmaker Will Nangle joined us on our adventure and the film 'The Ride On' was released in 202., premiering at Fort William Mountain Film Festival.

Watch the trailer here: