<p>As a club cyclist I wanted to set a stretch goal. Originally my plan was to ride the Coast to Coast route there and back non stop. Having done this over 2 days last year, I have upped the challenge and have entered the National 24 Hour Time Trial based in East Sussex. I am aiming to at least go past the 300 mile mark and have a chance of cracking 400 miles if the conditions are favourable.</p> <p>In the past I have supported main stream charities, but for this adventure I wanted to help a green charity. Whilst I am not a green warrior or tree hugger, I love our countryside and would like to see it preserved for the future. I am also new to gardening and have had so much fun growing and eating my own produce. I love the fact that my veg hasn't been coated in chemicals and they taste better than anything you can buy in the shops.</p> <p>Garden Organic is a really interesting charity. Their activities cover the types of research and development that you might expect, but go far wider. I really like the way they are helping people to get involved in growing and even do community based work for disadvantaged people.</p> <p>There are realistic alternatives to harmful pesticides and fertilisers and I want to do my bit to help Garden Organic lead the way.</p> <p>One further point to note for cyclists is the HQ at Ryton Gardens makes a wonderful tea/lunch stop!</p> <p>So please dig deep (great pun)&nbsp;and donate now. Every penny will go to Garden Organic as I am covering my expenses and those of my support crew.</p>