Annie Evans and Huw Oliver investigate a new bikepacking route from the far-north reaches of the UK down to Edinburgh. Along the way, they ride through the former site of the Pictish kingdom, take in breathtaking views, and check out charming Scottish towns.

Route details and information can be found here: https://bikepacking.com/routes/the-pictish-trail/

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  1. Looks immense this route. Been planning a route up from Edinburgh for a while and this has made me more keen to get out on it.
    What tent are you using here for this trip? because you dont have any panniers to carry it on and I cant tell where it is stashed on your bike. must be super light and small.

  2. Stunning and just wonderful looking at overview of the route. In terms of bikes, what’s the minimum tyre size you’d recommend for this a just wondering if my old Dawes Galaxy would be suitable?

  3. I would love to do this! I have been told I am a Pict. 23 and me confirms that too; 98%Celt and 2%Neanderthrall. Even have hemochromatosis.

  4. Better weather in Scotland? I was there in May. And there was still snow. 🥶 But it is great there. I loved it very much and someday, who knows, I would like to visit it again 👍

  5. That biscuit with the chocolate spread. What's that called again? Memories from my childhood are bubbling up.

  6. I’m doing the Hebridean way next week (April 2023) The hardest part so far was trying to arrange rail travel whilst having a bicycle. We really do have the worst train service that does not accommodate cyclist customers 😡

    It really is bad

  7. SOOO glad you posted this video! I'm biking the Danube with 2 buddies this year and never had heard of this trail. This is now on my bucket list. Hopefully the lads will want to join me. All the best

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