Former BSB racer, and Guinness World Record holder in MCN every month

From wild hallucinations to life-changing reflections, ultra riders share their unforgettable stories of endurance grit with James Shrubsall

Sarah Ruggins’s Double End to End record took fortitude forged by an agonising early illness, finds Tom Davidson

Beginning from the point in Britain furthest from the sea, Simon Warren sets himself a special test of endurance: the longest possible ride to the coast and back

Been somewhere inspirational? Ridden an ace road? Email yourrides@ride.co.uk to tell us about your trip and your bike

Former Honda chief development rider, ex-Honda Racing UK boss, and Bonhams specialist writes for MCN