Off road challenge

If you like to ride off the beaten path, then sign up for the first Bombtrack Gran Fonduro on Saturday 29 September. Starting from Traquair House, near Innerleithen, it will involve timed mountain bike stages and a choice of 60km or 100km loops on forest roads and trails, all rounded off with food, craft beer, DJS and a firepit in the grounds of the house. Admission from £60 (includes lots of goodies, including a free beer on finishing), over 16s only.

www.granfonduro.cc/