Atkinson will cover 45-miles
Manx riders are taking on a mountain bike marathon in the UK today.
Emma Atkinson is one of those competing in the 45-mile event being held in Sussex.
She expects to be riding for around five or six hours.
Emma says challenges like this depend on her having the right support:
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