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My story

 

16,000 Miles, 4 Continents and about a million punctures

Around the end of July 2006 I’ll leave for what will be the most demanding challenge of my life.

Why am I doing this?


A cycling accident in the summer of 2004 landed me in hospital for a month with serious internal injuries. During that time I promised myself to do something that was a real achievement and cycling round the world seemed to fit the bill. As well as a challenge, it would also be a great opportunity to help other people and give something back.


The decision to do the ride for charity was obvious and the choice of charity was no contest. A group of sisters very close to me lost their mother to cancer. The three of them have been a great example to me of coping with adversity and their praise for the excellent work of the nurses from Macmillan Cancer Relief left me with only one choice.


Where am I going?


My route will take me through Europe, Asia, Oceania and North America.

I expect to be cycling for around 18 months, averaging 50 miles a day. That’s the equivalent of travelling from London to Newcastle every week. As well as a weekly day’s break, I'm also allowing some time for unexpected problems and seasonal issues. Being alone in the Australian outback at 50 degrees isn‘t practical, let alone appealing!


It won’t be easy, but then again it’s not meant to be.  I’m lucky enough to know that when I return, the suffering will be over, but for the Macmillan nurses and the patients they help, every day is the challenge of a lifetime.  Each and every day 739 people in the UK are told they have cancer. More than one million people in the UK today have had a cancer diagnosis, and more than one in three will be diagnosed at some time in their life.  Macmillan offers specialist healthcare, as well as practical, emotional and financial support from the moment someone suspects they have cancer.


Thank you for visiting my fundraising page. Macmillan Cancer Relief have been so helpful and supportive to me and any money raised will make a real difference - £20 helps two hundred people to understand cancer, its treatment, and the help available.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Macmillan Cancer Relief will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

So please sponsor me now!

Many thanks for your support.

I don't know you but I found your blog so inspirational - even if you do come from the wrong side of the pennines Donation by plumber 16/03/08  

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Enjoyed reading your blog. Donation by emma Glaisher 28/02/08  

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Awesome Mr 4*. You're our hero! Donation by The Ngs 04/12/07  

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Nice one Craig. Really enjoyed your updates Donation by Peter Abraham 29/08/07  

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Super proud of you Donation by Corinne 08/08/07  

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Well done Craig - a fantastic effort. Donation by gavstone 02/08/07  

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Brilliant stuff Donation by Rcjuk 17/07/07  

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Magnificent achievement for a fantastic cause mate Donation by Robert White (FS) 16/07/07  

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Thanks for the help with my brakes/tire in Avila this morning. Donation by Kyrsten 14/07/07  

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Well done Craig. Donation by Twizzle 02/07/07  

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Well done Craig, we are proud of you. Donation by Dad and Jen 16/06/07  

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cheers for a good read... Donation by eddie crawford 06/06/07  

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Pity I'm not a UK taxpayer, Go Cranker \o/ Donation by Dave(Mini5476) 11/05/07  

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Congrats mate - great effort Donation by Dave (BifferSpice) 19/04/07  

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Keep going Craig - not long to go! Looking forward to hearing your travelling tales! Donation by Anna & Rick 19/03/07  

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Keep up the good work! Donation by ibroxhero 18/03/07  

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Donation by Ryan (MrYoda) 27/01/07  

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I'm Trish's workmate just in case you were wondering! Keep up the good work & all that! Donation by Gemma 26/01/07  

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Aye aye fabio! This is the MD's sponser! You're doing great hun, keep it up! c u soon! x Donation by Trish 26/01/07  

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So inspiring. I'm hereby taking a leaf from your book! Donation by Kris 20/01/07  

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You know we think you r nuts & inspiring at the same time. Good luck 4 the rest of your epic journey Donation by Carol and Patrick 15/01/07  

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Completely mad, but a great effort! Donation by ANDY GARRETT 13/01/07  

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All the best with the last half of your journey man. Donation by Andypolack 11/01/07  

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Saw the link on singletrack - full of admiration for what you are acheiving - great blog as well... Donation by EdG 22/12/06  

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got your site of Singletrack. Very best of luck mate, Steve (Torq/Kona) www.torq.ltd.uk Donation by Steve 22/12/06  

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Well done mate,merry xmas from all at the shop Donation by V S CYCLES BRIGHOUSE 19/12/06  

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The good humoured stories do you credit Craig. Hope you visit JWCC on your return and tell more Donation by Scott Donaldson (JWCC) 14/12/06  

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I never said bye or good luck on your last day so im saying it here instead! Donation by Karl Armitage 12/12/06  

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Just awesome - keep rolling! Donation by Mick 11/12/06  

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Well done dude, keep up all the good work. Donation by JC_101 08/12/06  

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