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In early July this year, I will be heading to the Alps to take part in La Marmotte, a 110 mile cycle race over some of Europe's most famous mountain passes. There's a 5000m of climb over Col du Glandon, Col du Telegraphe and Col du Galibier before finishing with a punishing slog up the 21 hairpin bends of L'Alpe d'Huez made famous in the Tour de France by Lance Armstrong amongst others. Training is coming on apace with other races in the UK including the Etape du Dales, a 112 mile race through the Yorkshire Dales, with 4000m of climbing. There's also the Dragon Ride in South Wales with a similar amount of climbing. Along the way I will be raising funds for Martin House Hospice, who do a sterling job providing care for children and young people with progressive life limiting illnesses, and provide support to their families. It would be greatly appreciated if those of you who can spare some money can donate to this great cause and make my torturous two-wheeled journey worthwhile. Many thanks in advance.

Cheers,

Simon

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