Raised so far: £1,840.00
My story
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Our challenge was to cycle approximately 800 miles in 10 days, starting and finishing from RAF Waddington, taking in the 3 RAFA Respite Homes.
WE DID IT!
Total Distance Covered: 738 miles
Day 11: The last leg from Selby to Waddington should have been an easy one, but the wind (always against us over the last 10 days) made the final run for home a bit of a slog. Nonetheless we arrived at Waddington late in the afternoon to a very warm reception from colleagues and family. Thank you all for your support.
Day 10: Penultimate day on the road and it couldn't have been a tougher day. Wind and heavy rain most of the day made the going very slow. Have tonight to dry out before the final 70 miles for home tomorrow. See you all soon,
Day 9: Steady going today and still on the pace despite the wind. The aches and pains have been improving, but then again we might just be numb to it now.
Day 8: Past the 500 mile point and with luck should be back at Waddington Saturday afternoon. (16 May). It’s all south bound from here.
Day 7: Completed the Shap and Hartside peaks and apart from 3 punchers, all on Sarah’s bike, everything going well. We’re even slightly ahead of schedule and hope to be home sometime on Saturday.
Day 6: We plodded through Monday ok but the sore knees, aches and pains continue but hopefully we’ll get some recovery overnight as the hills and summits approach.
Day 5: Halfway and it’s getting really tough going now. A couple of slight injuries and bike problems are making it a real challenge but morale is high and we’re still on schedule.Day 4: Saturday went well but several technical problems with the bikes have given us a few headaches. Looks like Rod and Jane will be searching for a bike shop tomorrow as Steve needs a new back wheel.
Day 3: Friday was a tough day, slow going with the wind against us all the way to Weston. Very tired troops tonight! Tomorrow we head back north, so fingers crossed the wind will be behind us for a change.
Day 2: All went well today, just one puncture, one dog rescue, one dog attack and a couple of minor scratches to the bikes. Other than that, all good.
Day 1: We set off as schedule at 0800 on Wednesday 06 May 09 and thank you for all the support at the send off. We had a head wind all the way yesterday but things are going well.
Route: From RAF Waddington we are heading south to Flowerdown House in
All monies raised with go towards the 3 Respite Homes which provide everything from a short break to residency for Ex RAF Personnel.
So please sponsor us now!
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Only mistaken for gypsies once!! Great job, well done... Donation by Jayne C 17/06/09 |
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Well Done to you all! Donation by Kim Hemingfield 16/06/09 |
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738 miles never seemed so easy!!! Donation by Steve H 16/06/09 |
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Well Done Donation by Lyn and Keith Hemingifeld & The Starkey's 16/06/09 |
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Thank you for all your efforts. Donation by Respite Homes 21/05/09 |
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Great effort - really well done all... Donation by Brian Wilson 17/05/09 |
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Well done! Donation by Andy Bassett 16/05/09 |
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silly buggers! Donation by Andy Green 14/05/09 |
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Well done so far and good luck for the rest of the journey :-) Donation by Barney & Nicki 13/05/09 |
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Keep peddlin' Donation by Scouse Eccles 12/05/09 |
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Well done guys good luck in the hills. Donation by Edd Watkin 12/05/09 |
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It's much easier if all your feet do is dance on the gear lever and back brake! Keep smiling through the wind and rain! Donation by Steve Butler 12/05/09 |
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omg your mad but for a gud cause, gud luk mate, hope to see you soon x Donation by Charlie & Gary 09/05/09 |
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Good luck - hope there's a tailwind Donation by Toothpick 09/05/09 |
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C'mon Willie bet that saddle hurts ya boney arse!!! Donation by Lisa Berry 08/05/09 |
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Donation by stacey hemingfield 07/05/09 |
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Good luck - I hope you fly round Donation by Laurence 07/05/09 |
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Hope you don't encounter too many hills. Good luck Donation by Matt & Andy 06/05/09 |
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Good luck dad, you old duffer!x Donation by Ally Hemingfield 06/05/09 |
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You may lower the average age when you stop in the care homes - but not sure who will need the TLC most! Love and prayers from your proud supporters. Donation by Sara and co. 06/05/09 |
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Enjoy the pain! Donation by Dave Bond 06/05/09 |
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Wills, so proud of you, but I'm not massaging your bum at the end of it, dont care if your my best mate. Donation by Dona Budd 06/05/09 |
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Have fun, hope you aren't two tyred after 800 miles Donation by Ted 06/05/09 |
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Have fun!! Donation by Al & Cath Gillespie 04/05/09 |
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Hope the wind is behind you!! Good luck Donation by Peter Bates 04/05/09 |
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good luck to you all. Donation by p.williamson 04/05/09 |
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Good luck everyone!!! Donation by The Donny Howards 04/05/09 |
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Good luck! Donation by Ash Pearce 29/04/09 |
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I will stick to the spinning bikes. Good luck all!! Donation by Clair Ryer 29/04/09 |
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The Goodies are reborn!! Nice watch Paul. Donation by Dave Marriott 28/04/09 |
| * Total raised online: | £1,488.00 |
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| Offline donations: | £352.00 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £329.44 |
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