The Challenge

The Elite Challenge will take place on the 11th July 2008 when David 'Mac' McKinnon will climb the Three Peaks... with a difference! Instead of driving between the peaks, Mac will cycle. He aims to cover 450 miles in just 60 hours all under his  own steam.

Location: – Snowdon - Wales, Scafell Pike - Lake District and Ben Nevis - Scotland

Climate: Cold, wet and windy!

Time Target: under 60 hours

START Peak 1: Climb Mount Snowdon

Cycle 1: 200  mile cycle to Scafell Pike (approx)

Peak 2: Climb Scafell Pike

Cycle 2: 250 mile cycle to Ben Nevis (approx)

Training for this event will be gruelling, with an average training week winding up to about 25-30 hours. Keep up to date with Mac's training on the training diary page.