<p><span style="color: #000000;">In just over a month, I am attempting an alpine stage of the Tour de France, &nbsp;finishing with the punishing 21 hairpin bend climb of Alpe D'Huez. It's something I've always wanted to do, but am rapidly realising that this is going to be the toughest physical challenge I've ever taken on!! 9 hours in the saddle is going to be a little on the painful side!</span></p> <p>There will be 7,000 other idiots, and I'm doing this to raise money for MacMillan Cancer Support as the work they do is invaluable.&nbsp;<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Arial; font-weight: bold;">Macmillan Cancer Support improves the lives of people affected by cancer. They provide practical, medical and financial support and push for better cancer care. Cancer affects us all.</span></p> <p>Please help spur me on when I'm attempting to climb the highest mountain stage on the Tour De France this year. Any amount, however small, is very much appreciated.</p> <p>Thanks in advance,</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Darren</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>P.S. Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving &ndash; they&rsquo;ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they&rsquo;ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it&rsquo;s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>