I can't believe that I will soon be cyling from Whitehaven to Newcastle when I have a perfectly good car that could make the same journey in a few hours!

We are raising money for the Bolton Lads and Girls Club by completing the 140 plus mile in 2 days.

As is often the case with these personal challenges, the actual process of training doesn't seem that important until the shock factor kicks in and with less time than I have realised I need to get hold of a bike fairly soon!!

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Bolton Lads & Girls Club 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.

So please sponsor me now that way you can be sure that you can enjoy some of the pain I will go through.

Many thanks for your support.

Mike and the Team