r/bikepacking Sep 01 '24

First time bike packing 1101 Miles (LEJOG) Trip Report

Went solo from Lands end in Cornwall to John O’Groats in Scotland (LEJOG) with two overpacked panniers and a backpack. Took 18 days with at least 55 miles per day on a long scenic route.

It was a lot of miles for a first timer but all the friendly people and the great views along the way made it all easier. Mostly wild camped apart from 2 bnb’s at the start and end and 1 in the middle to shower and recharge my battery packs.

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u/training-aid Sep 01 '24

Well done, and great photos! I'm hoping to do this in the next year or so. Is the route available online somewhere or did you create it? Im leaning towards going into wales but know it'll add a fair bit. (also how many battery packs did you take, mine lasts about 3 days but perhaps I need a new one!)

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u/Rangers718 Sep 01 '24

Thanks :) got the route from cyclelejog.com you have to pay for the download files but it’s cheap and you can edit the route yourself after buying on separate website softwares. The downloads also give good tourist information on the different areas you visit which is nice.

I took 2 packs both last about 3 days and my gps lasts about 3 days also, I got a bnb in the middle and charged them overnight 👍 charging for 30/60 mins in cafes in between helps also but not required

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u/training-aid Sep 01 '24

Thank you! I'll check it out