Hello everyone, I’m Mac.

On August 28th 2026, I will set off from Stockton-on-Tees on my bike and be away from home for over 2 months as I cycle around the entire UK Coastline.

I'm embarking on this journey to raise money for a Mental Health Charity - YoungMinds - who are a very important charity to me as someone who has struggled with their mental health since being a young child and never knew who to turn to for advice.

During the COVID-19 lockdowns, I fell into and battled with depression from the isolation and uncertainty, but I found that long bike rides helped me clear my head. What started as a coping mechanism has now become a mission: to turn pain into purpose and help others find hope through action. I know that a lot of my current friends, as well as people reading this message, continue to suffer in silence - I want this stigma to come to an end so everyone can express their emotions in a safe and comforting environment!

I am aiming for this to be an empowering experience, not only for myself but for everyone who sees and is inspired by what I am doing. It’s going to be difficult, there’s going to be a lot of sweat and tears, but I have set my heart to this and I will not let anyone down.

The full UK coastline is no small feat, as I’ll be covering thousands of miles, battling unpredictable weather, steep climbs, and long stretches of road, with just my bike and my thoughts for company. But every mile will be worth it if it helps even one person feel less alone.

As of right now I will be posting my training updates on Snapchat and also on Strava (https://strava.app.link/XGqzolmGbYb) so everyone can see what I’m doing and how I’m progressing. Further down the line, I will be posting daily videos on a TikTok and a YouTube account that will hopefully reach a much wider audience and help me raise as much money as possible.

You can follow me on Instagram (@macrbest) and add me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/mac.best.5/) to see more updates!

My goal is to raise £1,000 for YoungMinds by cycling over 6,500 kilometres around the English and Scottish coastline, solo, powered by determination and purpose.

FOR FULL TRANSPARENCY - 80% of all proceedings will go directly to YoungMinds, donated in full when I return home. 20% will help cover essential costs during the ride, including food/drinks, accommodation, and any repairs to my equipment. Every penny will be accounted for transparently, and I’ll post updates and receipts so everyone can see exactly where their money goes.

Mental health affects us all, but together, we can make sure no one is alone in this interconnected world.

Thank you for your support! Every share, donation, and word of encouragement means the world to me. ❤️

Wish me luck x