ADVENTURER, STORYTELLER, MOUNTAIN LOVER.
(real name)
Jenny Tough is an endurance athlete who's best known for running and cycling in some of world's most challenging events - achieving accolades that are an inspiration to outdoor adventurers everywhere.
Whether it be a race or a solo adventure, her desire to push her limits has led her to numerous corners of the world. In 2021 she completed a global challenge to run, solo and unsupported, across a mountain range on every continent, including three world-first traverses.
She also competes in ultra bikepacking races, including becoming the two-time first woman in the Silk Road Mountain Race and first woman in the inaugural Atlas Mountain Race – considered two of the toughest off-road bike races.
RUNNING
SOLO chronicles Jenny's journey every step of the way across the Tien Shan (Asia), the High Atlas (Africa), the Bolivian Andes (South America), the Southern Alps (Oceania), the Canadian Rockies (North America) and the Transylvanian Alps (Europe), as she learns lessons in self-esteem, resilience, bravery and so much more.
BIKEPACKING
From winning ultra events like the Silk Road Mountain race, to adventures near or far from home, Jenny is an expert in bikepacking. Follow latest films and media here.
WRITING
Stay up to date with the latest publications around the web and in print, as well as find copies to the books (Tough Women; SOLO).
SPEAKING
Jenny has delivered keynote talks at Kendal Mountain Festival, VancouverVancouver International Mountain Festival, National Running Show, Edinburgh International Book Festival; The Cycling Show, Keswick Mountain Festival, and more. Book her for your next event, company day, or school visit here.
MEDIA
Stay up to date with the latest publications, podcasts, appearances, and films here.
