Forget Mark Beaumont; not that I want to take any of his cycling achievements away from him or anything, he is a true ambassador to our beautiful sport after all. But please spare a thought for the unsung heroes of cycle touring, such as our wonderful friend Margo Denholm.

It takes a very special, free spirited individual, with oodles of courage and a great sense of adventure to even contemplate what Margo, originally from Motherwell, has achieved over the past 4 years. As if an 18,000 mile bike ride from New Zealand, all the way back to Scotland with fellow cyclist Ben Casson wasn’t enough. She is currently going solo on a yet another epic European trip that most of us only dream about. Not only is she incredibly fit and motivated, but she does all this on a shoe string budget, living out of a pannier bag and sleeping in a tent, often at the side of the road.

Margo is a true inspiration to us all and has certainly inspired and supported me in starting The Tartan Bicycle Company… Thank you Margo!

You can read all about Margo’s incredible adventures at…

http://www.margoon2wheels.blogspot.co.uk & http://benandmargosworldcycle.blogspot.co.uk

…and if your feeling generous, please help support one of her selected charities.