VALLEY + PEAK AMBASSADORS
Bio
Becky Surridge is an inspiring adventurer and endurance athlete known for her incredible feats of exploration. One of her standout achievements is completing the Silk Road Mountain Race, a gruelling and remote bike race through Kyrgyzstan’s rugged terrain. Becky's passion for challenging herself extends beyond racing, as she has also crossed Iceland from north to south, navigating its wild landscapes and unpredictable weather.
Her adventurous spirit is further fuelled by a nomadic lifestyle, living on the road in a Land Rover Discovery, exploring remote corners of the UK at her own pace. Becky's journey is a testament to resilience, self-sufficiency, and the thrill of pushing boundaries, and she continues to inspire others with her stories and experiences shared on her super popular youtube channel.
Becky has also contributed to several blog posts for us, including Favourite Books of Thru Hikers.
QUICKFIRE Q+A
What first drew you to the outdoors, and how has that passion developed over the years?
I came from a background of road and track cycling racing, where I raced nationally. After leaving the sport of 5 years, I felt extremely lost and was searching for something with more meaning I guess. I began heading to my local woods to build camps and fires which bought a lot of happiness from doing these wholesome activities.
Has there been a moment where you felt completely awestruck or taken by surprise?
Each time I see a sunrise or sunset never gets old, being anywhere that’s beautiful in nature and always stumbling across nature when out on a trip brings me so much joy.
What adventure has shaped you the most and why?
West Highland Way & hitch hiking around Scotland when I was 18. It was my first thru hike and made me realise how much I loved travelling by foot, as well as my love for Scotland. I met so many wonderful people with amazing stories and generosity . This changed my perspective on multiple different things in life and gave me direction.
Iceland Traverse / Silk Road Mountain Race - they were extremely challenging trips that tested me mentally, physically and emotionally. I honestly didn't think I'd have the capability to do either of these trips, so to achieve both of these gave me so much confidence in my ability.
