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Three teams of Ricardo UK cyclists braved atrocious conditions to relay-ride from MTC to STC in support of Acorns Children's Hospice on Sunday 6th July.

Despite constant rain and gusting winds of up to 30 mph, the winning STC/CaTC team (Eric Barbier, Geoff Frost, James McLaggan, Tom Vincent) completed the 140 mile course in only 7.5 hours. The MTC A-team (Mike Wheeler, Malcolm Smith, Simon Shepherd, Chris May) came frustratingly close to finally bringing the trophy to the midlands, but lost the sprint for the line by half a wheel length. Despite some imaginative interpretation of the route, the MTC-B team (Geoff Davis, David Shuttlewood, Gary Waite, Lloyd Storey) were ultimately thwarted by a costly navigational error, which required the intervention of neutral service (Dean Murden).

Chris May, event organiser, said "everyone made a fantastic effort in extremely challenging conditions and we should all be proud of ourselves and the valuable contribution we have made to Acorns Children's Hospice! The whole team would like to thank their sponsors and those who helped organise the event". Even though the event has been completed, the team are still some way short of their fundraising target and so would greatly appreciate additional contributions - further details can be found at www.justgiving.com/ricardocharitycycleride

The ride recreated events held previously from 2001 to 2003, which raised money for the Diana Princess of Wales Children's Hospital, Chestnut Tree House Children's Hospital and Myton Hospice. Rumours abound that the event will be run again without another five year hiatus and possibly when the sun is shining - please contact one of the team members if you are interested in taking part.

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An adventurous team of Ricardo (www.ricardo.com) employees will be cycling over 150 miles in aid of Acorns Children's Hospice (www.acorns.org.uk) on 6th July. The ride from MTC (Leamington Spa) to STC (Shoreham-by-Sea) recreates events held previously from 2001 to 2003, which raised money for the Diana Princess of Wales Children's Hospital, Chestnut Tree House Children's Hospital and Myton Hospice.

Acorns Children’s Hospice Trust is a registered charity, established in 1983, offering a network of care to life-limited children and support for their families across the heart of England. Acorns has three hospices, situated in Birmingham, Walsall and Worcester and a Community Team that offers practical and emotional support to families in their homes, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Ricardo is a leading provider of technology, product innovation, engineering solutions and strategic consulting to the world's automotive, transport and energy industries. Ricardo is committed to supporting local communities.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor us: Acorns Children's Hospice Trust gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

So please sponsor us now!

Good luck, Hope you have a good ride. Donation by Dave Tees 01/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Mike Bates 01/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by John Bailey 01/07/08  

£12.00

Let's hope it's not as hot as today. Good luck! Donation by T Duckhouse 01/07/08  

£10.00

Good luck Simon et al and thank you for supporting Acorns! Donation by Lucy Martin 01/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck all , rather you guys than me. Donation by Josie Worrall 01/07/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Donation by matthew keenan 01/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck chaps! Donation by Robert Ball 30/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good work fella. S'pose you need to do things for a good cause now you are too slow to reap the glory! Donation by Matt Heywood 30/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Emma Orrock 30/06/08  

£5.00

Donation by Charles Carr 27/06/08  

£10.66

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES! Donation by Glenn Bevan 27/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Eric Chan 25/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck. Happy to support such a good cause. Donation by John Stokes 23/06/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Best of luck Donation by Adam Allsopp 23/06/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Roger Thornton 23/06/08  

£15.00

Donation by Richard Smith 20/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Remember, pain is just weakness leaving the body! :) Donation by Kevin Heffer 20/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck, don't crash - just remember every push on the pedal is one step closer to a cold beer ! Donation by Dave Greenwood 20/06/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good luck and please ride safely - we need our top tech team intact! Donation by Neville Jackson 20/06/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Good luck Malcolm! Donation by Kate Fitton 20/06/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

good luck Chris, i expect an average of at least 18mph make sure there is plenty of licra on show!! Donation by Adam Jeffery 19/06/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good Luck ! Donation by Said & Annette 19/06/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Grind it out lads, grind it out! Donation by Walter Lettink 19/06/08  

£15.00

Good luck Donation by Chris Bainbridge 19/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck!! Donation by Mayank Agochiya 19/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Have fun slipstreaming lorrys. Donation by Meredith Lewis 18/06/08  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

I hope the hills are gentle ones -good luck Donation by Ann Smith 18/06/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Donation by Pete Gilhead / Frank Warnes 18/06/08  

£10.00

Wear something visible and be careful!! Donation by Liz Peirce 18/06/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
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