As I hear Time's winged chariot drawing near, this ride looked like a suitable mid-life crisis opportunity. It's further than I've ever cycled before so this represents a journey into the unknown, physically at least. Particularly as I am blessed with a comfortable physique that is the antithesis of what a real cyclist looks like.

The 54 mile route starts on Clapham Common and then passes through Mitcham, Carshalton, Chipstead, Banstead and Haywards Heath before taking on the challenge that is Ditchling Beacon – a mile long climb to the top of the South Downs before heading into Brighton for the finish on the seafront.

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