Kate is Epic Road Rides’ client relationships manager, based in Edinburgh. In her mid-fifties, she rides for pleasure and exploration. Her experience includes mountain biking near Glentress, long days in the Alps and Pyrenees, and nine months cycling from Kyrgyzstan to Indonesia.
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First Published: 02 October 2026