In a moment of pure insanity, and with blatant disregard for my lack of cycling ability, I have signed up for this 109 km uphill 'challenge' fearing only the gel, the cream and the broom wagon (the end of the line for the extra slow people). Helping me is my brand new Acciaio, which is very pretty and super fast. Or will be once I learn how to ride it.

As a late entrant the lovely people at Get Kids Going! have secured me a place through their very worthy charity. Get Kids Going! helps disabled children take part in sport by providing specialist sports wheelchairs, sports grants and year round support. They can then compete in marathons, triathlons, tennis, athletics, skiing, rugby, basketball etc.  Please do make a donation be it large, small or microscopic, it all helps. And wish me luck!

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