This year marks the 50th anniversary of the London Pride Parade. 

Whilst we're celebrating how far we've come, there are still challenges faced by our community nationally and globally. Specifically for the transgender+ community.

That's why on 16th July, members from LGBTQ+ Cycling Club LDN RIDERS will take on an epic test of endurance cycling 270+km from London to Paris in just one day! 

The team will set off at 5am to ride 94km across the undulating South Downs before arriving at Newhaven to catch the ferry to Dieppe. 

https://www.strava.com/routes/2965714601691860298

From Dieppe they'll cycle an additional 177km, averaging a speed of 30 km/h with the aim of reaching Paris by 9.30pm.

https://www.strava.com/routes/2965715343932642206

Follow all the action on Instagram - @ldnriders / #ldn2paris22

And support the team:

Daniel / Manu / Adam - @adamwilkinsonhill / Brent - @life_on_marsh_ / Tony - @tfordz / Fergal - @fergal_joyce / Michael - @mklchou / Jack - @thejackmurray

Your kind donations will go to help fund Not A Phase's MISFITS programme that focuses on breaking down the barriers between members of the Trans+ community and traditional fitness spaces. 

They offer a 4-week intensive program with 2-3 Classes a week, where they will educate participants in all aspects of fitness, self-defence pilates general well-being and confidence building.