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Hi Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page. Now that you are here please read on:

On the 14 October 2010 I will be taking part in a challenge to ride a Motorcycle around India, raising much needed funds & awareness for Teens Unite a cancer charity supporting teenagers with cancer.

My Journey will start in Delhi, from where I will take the Shatabdi Express "A super fast train" up to Amritsar, where I will meet my "fixers" and collect my bike.

From there I will ride on to Wagah the only open daytime border crossing between India & Pakistan. Traveling on I head to Dharamsala high in the foothills of the Himalayas, the home of the Dalai Lama, and the Tibetan Government which is in excile. 

Moving on takes me to the village of Bir which is the top Paragliding site in India. A tricky ride through the hills see's me in Manali, and the banks of the river Beas. Manali is the gateway to the High Himalayas, and the "Roof Top of the World" with its snow capped peaks.

Possibly the toughest ride of the trip along a dirt track and steep sides takes me to the top of the Jalori Pass at just over 10.000 feet from where the views should be spectacular.

From here a long & winding ride down through remote villages takes me to Rishikesh the Yoga Capital of the world.

The ride from here on should be fairly easy, as I follow the river Ganges, back towards Delhi, and completion of the trip, and a well deserved bath!.

I hope that I can complete this in 8-10 days, having riden some 4000 miles.

This challenge has been many months in the plannIng and it is with sincerest gratitude I  would like to thank all the people who have offered their support & donated equipment to enable me to make this happen. This trip is self funded so every penny of your very Generous Donations will go to supporting Teens Unite and these kids.

I would also like to give a big thank you to Debbie Pezzani Founder of Teens Unite for allowing me the privilege in supporting her charity, and opening my eyes to the work they do.

So please dig deep now, get out your Credit cards or if you prefer you can send me a cheque made payable to Teens Unite (Indian Challege)

Today 6 teenagers will hear the words "you have cancer" 6 will hear it tomorrow, and 6 the day after.

Having taken the time to read this message, please give NOW tomorrow may be too late for some

Many Thanks for your support

Richard Mikula

PS Please email this on to someone you think would also like to donate.

Visit Teens Unite at www.teensunitefighingcancer.org

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Richard, well done, wonderful cause. Donation by John Pelton on 01/11/10

 
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Really impressed, how was the food. Great cause. Donation by richard silver on 01/11/10

 
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All the best Richard! Hope to see you back in Boleyn Court soon. Pauline & Sid Donation by Pauline Smith on 25/10/10

 
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Richard, keep up the good work. All the best. Donation by EBRAHIM ABBASSIAN on 09/10/10

 
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Be just like work really. Sitting on your bum all day - Only difference is this time it'll either be on your motorbike or on the toilet! Best wishes! Donation by Mark Connell on 07/10/10

 
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Enjoy the local delights ( I mean't the food) . 50 rupee note in the top pocket will ensure all traffic offences are ignored ! by the cops. Donation by Atul Dave on 04/10/10

 
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Have a safe trip. Look forward to hearing about it when you get back Donation by Jim Barker on 27/09/10

 
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I all the 35 years I have know you, you have never done anything as mad as this! I hope it all goes well, Donation by David Deverson on 26/08/10

 
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Hi Rich' best of good health and good luck for your trip, knowing you I bet you are really looking forward to the challenge. Big Luv Donation by John Mullin on 27/07/10

 
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Good Luck Richard, We all wish you the very best. Donation by steve graham-clare on 13/07/10

 
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Wishing you every success Donation by Stephen Chadwick on 06/06/10

 
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It sounds great, all the very best, GOOD LUCK Donation by Julia Faherty on 27/05/10

 
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Good Luck Richard, at least it won't be in ski boots! Donation by Rita Faherty on 23/05/10

 
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Taramasalata! Charlie Christofi Donation by Charlie Christofi on 22/05/10

 
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GOOD LUCK RICHARD JANE @ BARCLAYS Donation by JANE PALMER on 20/05/10

 
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Seems like a long way to go for a curry.... Donation by John Burnett on 20/05/10

 
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I hope you have a wonderful time in India and better still, it's all in the name of a good cause. Happy riding! Donation by Simon Cross on 20/05/10

 
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Good luck, Richard Paracetamol for your ahes and pains ! Laurence Donation by Laurence Collins on 19/05/10

 
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Superb country, wonderful people, a great adventure and a very worthwhile cause. Good luck cuz! Donation by Nick Ison on 15/05/10

 
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Donation by Paul Bailey on 14/05/10

 
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You said "discount?", we said "get on your bike!" From all at Travelwise Donation by kim hart - Travelwise on 13/05/10

 
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Good luck Richard, don't let the wasps fly up your trouser legs. Donation by Bill Morris on 11/05/10

 
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Good luck bro ;-) Watch out for the Delhi belly Donation by Ian Morris on 11/05/10

 
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Sounds like an amazing and worthwhile journey, wishing you all the best Donation by peter nicholas on 11/05/10

 
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Sounds like a fantastic trip and very worthwhile charity. Look out for the pot-holes! Donation by Phil Bunker on 11/05/10

 
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