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.

Thursday 26 April 2012

Water Wings Required

Well it's been a complete wash out this week as you are probably aware.
I suppose that I could devise some kind of floatation device for a bike to enable cycling in this weather, although with the high winds a sail would be better!

I have managed however to get a few of the jobs inside the house done (however the list seems to be getting longer !!).

I suppose I should apologise, as this blog was meant to be about cycling but due to circumstances beyond my control, there hasn't been much cycling to talk about. Still here's hoping I can get out in the next week or so.
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