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UPDATE

We made it!  Finally rode in to John O'Groats on Tuesday 4th November, just before 3pm.  It was wet, misty and cold, but it didn't matter ... we'd set out to cycle 1000 miles for charity, and we had!                      

Background - why we are doing this ride

To cut to the chase, in October this year, we aim to cycle the near 1000 miles from Land's End to John O'Groats (LeJog), as a charity ride, to raise as much as we can for the Multiple Sclerosis Society.   Of course, many have cycled this route before, but for us it will be all the more challenging, as we both have physical disability.  In 1994, Anthea was in a major car accident, and sustained a broken back and serious head trauma.  Her life changed dramatically, she was forced to retire from teaching, and she has since learned to cope  with the lasting effects of her injuries.  In 2005 Richard was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, and now suffers from greatly reduced mobility, severe fatigue, and unusually with MS, has  become partially sighted and registered blind.  This has meant he has had to retire from his career as a police officer.

So the only way to undertake this ride is on a tandem, and because  of our physical conditions and the need for greater stability, we will be riding a specially designed tandem trike, with the two wheels at the front!  We will set off from Land's End on the 1st October 2008, and aim to ride 35 - 50 miles a day, with frequent recovery stops!  At this pace, we should make it up to John O'Groats by late October, with hopefully our sense of humour still intact!  We hope  you will feel inspired to sponsor us in this adventure, and help us  to raise as much money as we can, to support the excellent ongoing work of the MS Society, and their funding of research into effective treatments and a cure for this debilitating condition.

A big thank you to all those who have sponsored us so far, your generosity is very much appreciated.  We really would like to raise as much as we possibly can, and continue increasing our total ... so if you haven't yet sponsored us, and would like to ... please just click on the 'sponsor us now' button above, and help us raise even more.  Can we also encourage you, if you feel able, to pass the link to our webpage on, to any friends and colleagues who you feel may be interested in supporting us in this charitable venture.  Thank you!   

(Donating through 'Justgiving' is quick, easy, and totally secure.  It's also the most effective way to sponsor us: the MS Society 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, and may we thank you for your generosity.

All the very best - hope you have a tailwind all the way! Donation by Robbie 19/09/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

We will be praying that you will really enjoy the challenge and be kept safe and well Donation by Archie and Ishbel 19/09/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Mony a mickle maks a muckle - good luck on yer adventures Donation by Geoff, Rhona and the clan 17/09/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

To Richard and Anthea ... Good Luck! Donation by Jacob Evans 17/09/08  

£5.00

Good luck. Donation by Ahalya 17/09/08  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Good luck both of you. Look forward to seeing the pictures Donation by Alan, Anne, Becca and Nicola Seaman 14/09/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Best of luck, and enjoy yourselves, (it'll be great fun)! Let me know how you get on, when you complete the jaunt. Donation by Nigel Taylor, (from Evans Cycles) 14/09/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

God bless you both on this amazing trip. We'll look forward to hearing all about it when you're back! Donation by Jo and Graham Wright 13/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck. Make sure Richard's doing his fair share of pedalling and not just 'motivating'! Donation by Patrick and Carolyn 12/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

We'll be thinking of you, don't forget your puncture repair kit (or three!). Donation by Tim and Clare 10/09/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

No F1 engine - you're nuts! Good luck guys Donation by Jeannette, Dan 10/09/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

inspiring!!! Donation by angela williams 10/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

We will be praying for every aspect of the trip and wish you God speed Donation by Michael and Pauline Nightingale 09/09/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be ever at your back. May the good Lord keep you in the hollow of His hand. May God bless you always. Donation by Maureen King 09/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Little did we know what Rich riding on our tandem would lead to! Donation by Kev and Virginia 08/09/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Hope the weather is kind to you on this epic adventure. Safe journey. x Donation by Allison Banbury 08/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck! If you pass Wolves don't; come for beer or coffee. Donation by Geoff and Lisa 08/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Congratulations on even attempting this! Free coffee and massage available if you can divert to The Tower House en-route!! Donation by Fliss and Roger Carver 08/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck on the adventure. Donation by Sarah Muir 08/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Couldn't think of anything witty to say, so Good Luck and let's have a Vat of wine when you return! Donation by Deane and Bron 08/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Just as well Anthea is in front, it would be cruel to make her look at Rich from behind for a month. Donation by Roy Vanessa Josh and Guy 08/09/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Rather you than us!! Donation by Colin + Mary Utting 08/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

On your bike!! Donation by Alana 06/09/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Is this whole thing just a plan to leave him on a road somewhere remote? Donation by Rob, Frances Samuel and Joel 06/09/08  

£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid

All the very best for your adventure! We will be praying for you through.out. Happy days! Donation by Ken and Gill George 06/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Still think its downhill the other way! Donation by Paul Tricia and Ross 06/09/08  

£250.00 + £70.51 Gift Aid

I know that you both have the strength and determination to overcome your goals in life. All the best and God Bless you both, keep up the good work t Donation by Joanne Duffus 05/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck - call in for a beer when you pass through the Midlands Donation by Trevor and Georgina Brueton 05/09/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Go for it - you are amazing Donation by mark and sara goodman 04/09/08  

£75.00

We will praying that you are kept safe and look forward to hearing all about your trip. Donation by Gerry Rashbrook 04/09/08  

£200.00 + £56.41 Gift Aid
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