27 Years Ago I Left Scotland. Today I Rode Back

James headed back to Scotland for the first time in 27 years to take on the 100-mile Moray Way. Instead of chasing a fast FKT, he decided to slow down, explore his birthplace, and reconnect with the places that shaped the very start of his life. Join James for a journey through stunning coastal paths, ancient forest tracks, and iconic whisky country!

⏱ Timestamps ⏱
00:00 - Returning To Scotland After 27 Years
00:37 - The 100-Mile Moray Way Plan
02:04 - Visiting Elgin & Forres
03:49 - Setting Off From Lossiemouth
09:18 - Riding 'The Haggis' Trail
11:40 - The Speyside Way & Whisky Country
15:32 - Halfway at Grantown-on-Spey
16:48 - Heading Home via the Dava Way
21:30 - Passing Through Forres & RAF Kinloss
23:27 - Returning to Lossiemouth Bridge

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