In September I will be attempting to complete the Race Around Ireland cycle race - all 2100km in under 132 hours. This is my biggest challenge to date, a cycle ride equivalent to 12 Ironmans back to back, but ridden as 400km per day. I am the only female solo entrant, and have the same race cut-off as the men. There are 11 solo men racing, including this year's winner of the Race Across America - Christoph Strasser. I am also the only British solo rider.
This race follows hot on the heels of becoming the GB National Ultra Triathlon Champion at double Ironman distance and successfully completing the Race Around Mallorca (312km, 4th woman) and the London to Edinburgh to London Audax ride (1400km).
I will be supported by a fantastic crew who will tend to my nutrition, kit, navigation, well being and bike maintenance: Nadya, Dave, Zoe, Phil and Ele; and by Trek Milton Keynes who are supplying the lovely Tamara Posh-Trek, already a podium placing bike.
Those who are familiar with my charity fundraising know that I limit my sponsorship appeals to one per year (and it's that time of year again!). I will be splitting my fundraising between two charities: The HALO Trust and Canine Partners. The common theme is FREEDOM. Please see the individual pages for more information on the two charities should you wish to choose rather than divide your sponsorship. Sadly Just Giving doesn't divide automatically, but it leaves you to sponsor as you see fit. All donations are hugely appreciated.
