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“ The Etape Loch Ness serves up a monster climb on its breathtaking route through the Highlands. ”
Outdoor Fitness magazine

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚴🏾 2 weeks to go! 🦕 🚴

In a couple of weeks, thousands will be lining up in the Scottish Highlands for the ride of the year.

The long training rides are almost behind you - now it’s time to focus on the details to ensure a smooth ride:

🛠️ Check the bike: Is everything running smoothly? (Maybe a final tune-up? ⚙️)

🍌 Check the fuel: Have you nailed your nutrition and hydration plan? 🍶

🌤️ Check the kit: Think layers🧤🌬️

🍶 Hydration is key: ensure your body is hydrated before you hit the start line.

💤 Prioritise rest: Never underestimate the power of a good night`s sleep.

🔋💪 Time to taper: Reduce your mileage and let your legs recover. Trust the hard work you’ve put in; you’re building up the energy stores you’ll need for the big day.

The finish line feeling is so close we can almost taste that @harrygowbakery Dream Ring!

#EtapeLochNess #2WeeksToGo

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🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚴🏾 2 weeks to go! 🦕 🚴 In a couple of weeks, thousands will be lining up in the Scottish Highlands for the ride of the year. The long training rides are almost behind you - now it’s time to focus on the details to ensure a smooth ride: 🛠️ Check the bike: Is everything running smoothly? (Maybe a final tune-up? ⚙️) 🍌 Check the fuel: Have you nailed your nutrition and hydration plan? 🍶 🌤️ Check the kit: Think layers🧤🌬️ 🍶 Hydration is key: ensure your body is hydrated before you hit the start line. 💤 Prioritise rest: Never underestimate the power of a good night's sleep. 🔋💪 Time to taper: Reduce your mileage and let your legs recover. Trust the hard work you’ve put in; you’re building up the energy stores you’ll need for the big day. The finish line feeling is so close we can almost taste that @harrygowbakery Dream Ring! #EtapeLochNess #2WeeksToGo

Missed Tuesday`s webinar?

📣 Catch the recording of our final Etape Loch Ness webinar with Charline Jones and Kenny Riddle!

Get the inside track from the pros! They`re talking everything you need for event day including:

✅ Performance: Tapering, cadence, and recovery.

✅ Tactics: Course strategy, pacing, and the legendary Glendoe climb.

✅ Preparation: Nutrition, hydration, kit prep, and mechanicals.

✅ Community: Event day etiquette for a smooth ride.

Watch here: https://bit.ly/4srRbPz

Passcode: $ar3EU0V

#RideLochNess #Cycling @chajoiner

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Missed Tuesday's webinar? 📣 Catch the recording of our final Etape Loch Ness webinar with Charline Jones and Kenny Riddle! Get the inside track from the pros! They're talking everything you need for event day including: ✅ Performance: Tapering, cadence, and recovery. ✅ Tactics: Course strategy, pacing, and the legendary Glendoe climb. ✅ Preparation: Nutrition, hydration, kit prep, and mechanicals. ✅ Community: Event day etiquette for a smooth ride. Watch here: https://bit.ly/4srRbPz Passcode: $ar3EU0V #RideLochNess #Cycling @chajoiner

✨🚴🚴 Riders` Stories: Chris Clark and Alastair Young 🚴🚴✨

Chris Clark and Alastair Young are taking on Etape Loch Ness 2026 on a tandem.

Chris, who is blind, is taking on the Etape as the stoker, riding the back of a tandem. His pilot? Alastair, the man providing the navigation and power at the front.

Teamwork makes the dream work! We can’t wait to see this duo flying along the banks of Loch Ness! 🦕

Please join us in wishing Chris and Alistair the best of luck for their ride! 👏

#EtapeLochNess #RideLochNess

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✨🚴🚴 Riders' Stories: Chris Clark and Alastair Young 🚴🚴✨ Chris Clark and Alastair Young are taking on Etape Loch Ness 2026 on a tandem. Chris, who is blind, is taking on the Etape as the stoker, riding the back of a tandem. His pilot? Alastair, the man providing the navigation and power at the front. Teamwork makes the dream work! We can’t wait to see this duo flying along the banks of Loch Ness! 🦕 Please join us in wishing Chris and Alistair the best of luck for their ride! 👏 #EtapeLochNess #RideLochNess

💚 Cyclist`s Story: Shelley Gilmour 💚

A ride for Mum. A mission for Macmillan

After losing her mum when she was 13 years old, Shelley Gilmour is taking on Etape Loch Ness with one powerful goal: giving back to the Macmillan nurses who provided care that was "nothing short of amazing."

From the banks of Loch Ness to the top of the Glendoe, Shelley is pedalling to raise vital funds. Her mission is to ensure @MacmillanCancer can continue to provide this essential service to cancer patients and their families when they need it most.

We are so incredibly proud to have you on the course, Shelley.

Please join us in wishing Shelley the best of luck on her journey! 👏💚

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💚 Cyclist's Story: Shelley Gilmour 💚 A ride for Mum. A mission for Macmillan After losing her mum when she was 13 years old, Shelley Gilmour is taking on Etape Loch Ness with one powerful goal: giving back to the Macmillan nurses who provided care that was "nothing short of amazing." From the banks of Loch Ness to the top of the Glendoe, Shelley is pedalling to raise vital funds. Her mission is to ensure @MacmillanCancer can continue to provide this essential service to cancer patients and their families when they need it most. We are so incredibly proud to have you on the course, Shelley. Please join us in wishing Shelley the best of luck on her journey! 👏💚

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