Introduction


Hi all. This blog is going to cover my training over the next few months and the ride itself for the Amsterdam 300 cycle ride for Scope in September. 300 miles in 2, yes 2, days, from London to Amsterdam.

The idea of the ride is daunting to say the least. An overnight cycle from London to Dover, 80 miles, catch the ferry to Calais and then straight back on the bike for another 110 miles to just outside Bruges in Belgium, camp for the night – not even a proper bed, and set off at dawn for another 110 odd miles into Amsterdam. 300 miles and 4 countries in 2 days!

Big thanks to VeloUK who have helped to sort me out some great kit. Please visit them using the link.

I also had an idea about doing a blog throughout the whole experience to pass on any tips I can, helpful advice, and hopefully and entertaining piece that might help anyone thinking of doing a charity ride.

Basically if I can do it then you can do it!

If you enjoy this blog and would like to sponsor me please visit my online donations page.

So here it is. Read on and enjoy.

Wednesday 8 February 2012

Snow cycling this week

Well as I feared this weekend cycling was snowed off .
Not to be put off though I have got myself some new tyres and a few more bits and bobs for myself and the bike, sorted out the new kit and ordered some new full length winter cycling outfits - I'll look the part even if I don't cycle the part!!

On the upside though, my fiancee and I have set a provisional date for the wedding - 24th November ( I am now under strict orders not to kill myself on the ride !!), and the house move is looking good for early March.

Hopefully this weekend will be snow free, so even though I will be facing sub zero temperatures, I intend to get out for a good ride to break in the new shoes and tyres and see just how good the thermal tights are.
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