Record breaking endurance cyclist, broadcaster and author, Mark grew up in Scotland and took up cycling as a youngster. He soon developed a taste for long distance endurance events and remarkably at the age of just twelve he cycled across Scotland, raising thousands for charity in the process. This was followed by the even more gruelling feat of cycling solo from John O'Groats to Land's End at the age of fifteen.
One of Britain's most successful Olympians, Victoria Pendleton is a former track cyclist who specialised in the sprint, team sprint and Keirin disciplines. With nine world titles to her name and two Olympic golds she is one of the country's greatest ever female cyclists, her remarkable achievements winning her a place in the nation's heart.