In memory of my Dad, Ian (Chas) Gerrie who helped me on various cycling events across Europe for 10 years or so, I am going to cycle from my house in Glasgow across to Pollença in Mallorca. If you can support any of the charities chosen to benefit in some small way that would be great.

I am cycling unsupported, paying all my costs, and am donating £5,000 split between the four charities making £6,250 with gift aid.

I leave on 11th and hope to arrive on 23th April covering about 1,300 miles with friend and Sport Ecosse colleague Andy Taylor.

St Columba's Hospice cared for Chas in his own home, helping us to allow him to stay at home.

New Ways support among other things critical water and education projects in Turkana in Kenya.

The Neurosciences Foundation carry out research in Scotland with one project directly benefiting Ted when he was born.

The Beatson Cancer Charity have a huge impact on cancer patients throughout the west coast of Scotland.

Click on the Donate links below to find which of these charities you would like to support, any support at all is gratefully received and will have a big impact.