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My story

 

On the 29th of August 2008, two intrepid cyclists and a support driver departed Scotland for sunny France. Alas, they were all hard at work raising money for Down's Syndrome - this wasn't no holiday folks!

Keith Ferguson and Ernie McVey cycled the entire coast to coast distance from Zeebrugge to Marseille over 12 days. Grant Cairns & Julie Taylor provided vehicle support, managed accommodation, and dealt with the water and food stops.

Just to make the trip that little bit more interesting, the dynamic duo added the Mont Ventoux ascent to the trip - that’s right, the really steep, gruelling one from the Tour De France!

They did this in aid of a fantastic cause - Down's Syndrome. Down's Syndrome Scotland works to improve the quality of life and maximise the potential of everyone with Down's syndrome in Scotland by offering advice, support and information from a team of specialist staff. Down's Syndrome is the most common form of learning disability occurring in about 1 in 1000 births.

This was a bit of an epic ride, and took months of planning, training and constant effort... and that was before we had even left for France yet!   Please be generous!

                    WIN A WEEKEND FOR 2 TO GERMANY COURTESY OF LUFTHANSA & MARRIOTT HEIDELBERG

               (FOR DETAILS GO TO :  www.downhillcyclists.co.uk)

A big thank you to Anne at State Street for raising £750 towards the cause via GAYE. Thanks again.   

A big thank you to Jo at Lex for arranging a Dress Down Day that raised over £750 towards the cause. Thanks again.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Down's Syndrome Scotland will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

Sorry for the delay. Congratulations. Donation by Finlay Scott 29/10/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Well done Keith and Ernie. Donation by Jason Bates 26/09/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

WELL DONE! Donation by MARGOT DONOGHUE 19/09/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Desmond D'Rozario 18/09/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by N G McEwan 16/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done, hope the chaffing wasn't too painful Donation by Margaret Lycett 16/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Tres bien! Donation by Ben Waterfall 16/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done, amazing effort guys Donation by Gillian Graham 15/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Gawn yersel boys! Very impressive! Ernie's come a long way since he was nearly thrown out of the Horseshoe for telling a Barmaid to Freeze!..3 Times Donation by Dermie Strain 10/09/08  

£120.00 + £33.85 Gift Aid

cracking effort ! Donation by Racel Murray's Mum and Dad 08/09/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Keep up the good work, we are very proud of you all. Saw your total when we logged in and thought 5000 looked a lot better. Donation by The Cairns Family 08/09/08  

£52.00

All the best Donation by Grace's Granny and Grandad 08/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck for the rest of the ride, especially Mont Ventoux. Donation by The Wilson Family 07/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

a great cause, good luck - not far to go(might not feel that way to you!) Donation by all in the Kinghorn house! 05/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Bon chance mes amis! We don't know what it means but it sounds impressive! Donation by Scott, Liz & Gwen at Talk 107 04/09/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Bon courage! What a good reason for a bike ride. Donation by Chris and Chantal 03/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Downhill is right for the Pars too. What can i say Oh i know "Top o' the league and you're no !!!" Donation by Dougie Blaikie 02/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Go for it troops - best of luck! Donation by Drew Wilson 29/08/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Aberdeen are better than Dunfermline. Donation by Gaz Todd 28/08/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Fantastic effort - good luck! Donation by Scott Murray 28/08/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck - great cause Donation by Emma Caira (nee Grzybowski) 28/08/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

good luck - great cause Donation by Chris Ward 28/08/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck! Hope the sun shines! Donation by Lynn Grattage 27/08/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Have fun! Donation by Janet Hanley & Stewart Imrie 27/08/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by clare campbell 26/08/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck and enjoy yourselves! Donation by Nathalie Bramley 26/08/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Saw the pics, but shouldn't you be wearing a beret and a stripy shirt for cycling in France - just a suggestion. Cheers. Donation by Stuart Dippie 23/08/08  

£40.00

Good luck to you all! Donation by Gary Tait 22/08/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

bonne chance Donation by Patsy Black, friends & colleagues 21/08/08  

£78.00 + £22.00 Gift Aid

All the best Donation by Hilary Walkingshaw 21/08/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
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