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The CharityAdventure Sea2Sea09
                    raising money for Sustrans

                      135 Miles in 3 days over some
                                     very rough terrain!!


We're raising money for Sustrans. Sustrans work on practical projects to encourage people to walk, cycle and use public transport, such as the National Cycle Network.

"The National Cycle Network is a great success story. Nearly half of you live within a mile of it. The Network carries over 230 million journeys each year, taking kids to school, workers to work dogs on walks, shoppers to shops - it even helps the Royal Mail deliver your post."

"Over 33% of kids would like to cycle to school, yet only 2% do.  We're working hard to change this. Sustrans is the charity behind Safe Routes to Schools and Bike It - schemes working with young people and schools to make cycling and walking to school both safe and fun. We're also building hundreds of Links to Schools from the National Cycle Network, giving kids traffic-free routes and parents peace of mind."

These are just some of the quotes from the sustrans website. Please visit them here to find out how much more they do!



Event Itinerary:


       * We set off on the evening of Thursday 10th September
        by Rock tour bus from Xscape Castleford to reach
        our start point at Whitehaven harbour.

       * Early on Friday 11th we quickly assemble
        the bikes, dip the rear wheels in the Irish Sea and then off
        we go. We stop at the Penrith Truck Stop for the night
        where there's a bar, shop, hot showers and restaurant!
        Distance 50 miles.

       * Saturday morning we depart for Allenhead after a nice
        breakfast, with climbs up Hartside and some beautiful
        scenery to take in. This is the toughest of the 3 days!
        Distance 45 miles.

       * Sunday morning we set off on our final day for the North Sea
        at Sunderland. After a few undulating hills it becomes a
        downhill ride to the finish where we'll dip the front wheels    
        into the sea as is tradition. We'll take the applause from the
        waiting masses (or the support vehicle driver and family!)
        and then marvel at our achievements over the past 72 hours!
        Distance 40 miles.

The route is mainly traffic free - we trundle through countryside, amazing views and some fabulous artworks along the C2C route (including the Beamish Shorthorn Metal Cows on the Consett to Sunderland Section!). It's a tough ride but we've plenty of time to do it. Even novice riders will manage it and will feel exhilerated when they dip their bikes into the sea at Sunderland!

Read about some of our previous rides and get further details about up and coming charity events on our website. You could even sign up for our next challenge to help raise money for a good cause!!

       * charityadventure.org.uk

Read Craz's ride report from the Ultimate Pursuits Sea2Sea 2006 event!

       * Craz's Ride Report (PDF)

Note: This ride is limited to a maximum of 18 riders because of the size of the Rock Tour Bus we use for transport and accommodation. If you're interested in taking part, please sign up *online* quickly at the charityadventure website!

Donation by Dan 15/10/09  

Hopefully the saddle sore bottoms have now subsided! well done girlies Donation by Laura Justham 29/09/09  

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Congratulations, Team, you did it! Donation by Alison Depledge 25/09/09  

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You are all absolutely amazing! Donation by Sarah Hartley 23/09/09  

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Nice one girls - well done Donation by Edward Long 22/09/09  

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Excellent work guys! Donation by Dan 22/09/09  

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Sophie - Well done! The bus sounded lovely! Donation by Simon Dean 21/09/09  

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Great picture Kirsty! Well done. Donation by Jonathan Roberts 21/09/09  

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Jolly Good Show! Well done everyone. Donation by John Rimmer (The Job) 21/09/09  

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Well done Kirsty, Sian and Sarah. Double next year if you actually use penny farthings. Donation by Matt Parker 21/09/09  

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Bloody well done Donation by Ben Reid 21/09/09  

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well done Chris and Sarah from Rossie and Sid Donation by Sid 21/09/09  

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Good job! Donation by Ashley Gray 16/09/09  

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Well done Mark, Love from Pete, Lucy and the dogs xx Donation by Pete Thompson 15/09/09  

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Well done Sophie, I hear you looked as glamorous as usually even at the finish line ! x Donation by Alana Dean 14/09/09  

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well done kirst, they thought you couldn't do it... neither did i...xx Donation by sheila ellis 14/09/09  

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sorry i'm late mark, you've probably crashed by now.. 149 miles Donation by andy henderson 12/09/09  

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MEL, Good luck with your ride fromm all of us here in Canada. PS. You should do the sea2sea over here next time! Donation by David Cropp 11/09/09  

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Mark, for my champers, you will do about 141 miles. Good Luck!! Donation by Ann, Ian, Meghan and Joe Hood 10/09/09  

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Good luck Soph! You mad thing! Donation by Chris and Jenny x 10/09/09  

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Donation by anonymous 10/09/09  

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Good Luck, I hope the sun stays with you. Donation by Carlo 09/09/09  

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Good Luck Girlies (Sian, Sarah and Kirsty) Donation by James Webster 09/09/09  

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Good luck Mark. 138 miles Donation by David Maxwell 08/09/09  

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good luck spoons from Barton-on-Humber Donation by Graham Catley 08/09/09  

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Mark, Good luck 135 miles Al xxx Donation by Anon 08/09/09  

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Mark, I think you will do 146 miles , good luck emily xxx Donation by Emily Henderson 08/09/09  

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Good luck Mark! Cant have you sleeping rough. Enjoy. Donation by Catherine Carr 08/09/09  

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Good Luck Sophie Donation by Phil Sedwill 07/09/09  

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Donation by Anonymous 04/09/09  

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