On Saturday the 20th of August 16, me and my fellow endurance athletes will leave Newcastle and ride to London. The challenge is to ride the 315 miles in 24 gruelling hours, whatever the British weather throws at us. On route there will be 11115ft of climbing to conquer, as well as the challenging night riding sections to throw into the mix as well, but training is going well and I am hoping there won't be too many problems to overcome. Apart from very sore muscles which a visit to the masseur should sort out.

Friends and family ask me why I put myself through this to which I reply because I can. I am very fortunate to be blessed with good health to which I use as my motivation. Cycling is a great way to keep fit, keep the mind active and to take in some great scenery too.

I am using this experience to raise what I can for the Macmillan Cancer Charity, and even a small donation would be greatly appreciated. If I can raise £100 that would be great anything more would be fantastic.

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