So here goes...

I have taken on the massive challenge of cycling from London to Paris (350 miles) over 4 days in September. Eeeek!

Why the hell am i doing this!? Well... I have justified this to myself for a number of reasons...

No. 1 - The most influential of all.
I am cycling for an extremely important cause, in support of a close colleague and friend - Richard Bradford. Meg, his 14 year old daughter has aggressive Friedreich's Ataxia - an autosomal recessive disease that causes progressive damage to the nervous system. She is dependant on a specially designed wheelchair to fully aid her living within the next year. Together, we are cycling to raise the funds to get her her wheelchair.
You can read Meg's full story here: http://miles4meg.com

No. 2 - I NEEDED to set myself a challenge. Something that would strip me to the core. I don't cycle, so this is going to be a beast of a challenge that i think is going to test my strength and power. With turning 30 next year, i wanted to do something that i can be hugely proud of. This cause presented the perfect opportunity.

No. 3 - I'm probably just slightly mad....

So, here i am... asking for any support that you may be able to offer. I have set myself a target of £1250 which will cover all costs of entry, and raise a large chunk of cash towards Meg's Wheelchair.

Any help would be massively appreciated. I will update you regularly on my training and how things are progressing.

If you have any questions please feel free to fire them over!

Lots of love

Sophie xxx

Sophie.herbert@bedsandbars.com

Friedreich's Ataxia Registered Charity 1102391