Solo Round Scotland: The first single-handed circumnavigation by boat and bike - Softcover

Rankin, Alan

 
9781849950039: Solo Round Scotland: The first single-handed circumnavigation by boat and bike

Synopsis

An epic voyage of discovery around Scotland's coast, with insights on the natural, built and cultural heritage

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About the Author

Alan is a past chair of Ocean Youth Trust Scotland, has twice won the Scottish Islands Three Peaks Race, was seven times the Scottish decathlon champion and an international athlete. He was also Director at Discovery Point, Dundee; Chief Executive of the Scottish Tourism Forum and in 2007 he became Chief Executive, Aviemore and Cairngorms Destination Management Limited.

Review

'...a well-organised photographic journal of how the author achieved his goals and also serves as a practical guide for adventurers.' Scotland Outdoors '...provides a throughly good read for even the most determinded of landlubbers.' Scottish Island Explorer 'Well illustrated with a variety of photographs ... this book will be of special interest to those driven to take on great challenges. It may also attract many with a fascination with sailing and cycling under preasure...' The Nautical Magazine 'The author's passion for the history of the seas and the harsh reality of maritime Scotland is very apparent... ...This is a well-organised photographic journal of how the author achieved his goals and also serves as a practical guide for adventurers in any discipline who approach their challenges with the seriousness they deserve.' Scotland Outdoors

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