What we did:  Our 9-man team cycled the 100 mile non-stop English leg of the Coast & Castles cycle route (from Berwick-upon-Tweed south to the River Tyne), taking in the North East coastline and numerous castles along the way.

Why we did it:  First and foremost we are hoping to raise as much money as possible for our chosen charity STEPS.  The charity have been a great source of support and information to the family of one our team members whose son was born with Developmental Dysplasia of the HIP (DDH) last year.  This seemed like an ideal opportunity to support the much needed funds that any small charity so heavily rely on.

Less significant, but just as important (to us)!! we all wanted to use the opportunity, to do some training, loose some weight and take on a challenge (.....and generally have a bit of a laugh).

Who we are:  A group of 9 lads, most of whom work together.  For those of you who read the page before we completed the ride, you will know the range of our cycling ability was vast, and it definitely showed on the ride.  There were profficient cyclists out front heading for a fast finish, and then there were the "Pros" holding back with the less comptetent cyclists.

Thanks to all who have sponsored us already, your donations are sure to go a long way in support of a fantastic cause.

In summary of the ride; it was hard but it was well worth it; we enjoyed every minute (at least on refelction!!) - Thanks to all.

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