Introduction

Starting in July this year Joe, my youngest son who is 15 years old, and I will cycle from John O Groats to Lands End. We are planning on completing the ride in 12 days, and will do so unsupported, a total distance of just under 1000 miles. Our chosen charities are the Royal British Legion and Little Hearts Matter.

Confirmed Route

Confirmed Route

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Saturday, August 7, 2010

DAY 11 UPDATE

Jerry, Joe, Julie and Phil had a good nights rest at Oakhampton, Devon.
After a good breakfast Joe and Phil made their exit from Oakhampton in the rain again!
Julie and Jerry supported them in the car feeding them bananas, energy bars and high energy drinks. The wind was from the West throughout the day, therefore it made the riding tiring and much harder. Phil did a fantastic job of making a hole in the wind for Joe to slipstream behind.
Yesterday's mileage was 97 miles. Therefore Joe's legs were heavy, and it was remarkable to watch him grind the peddles up some enormous hills in Cornwall today and he seemed to be comfortable throughout.
We took a break at Aunty Sallys in Fraddon where a fantastic lunch spread was provided in her new house - Thankyou so much Sally, we are so grateful.XXX
At this stage Joe's cycling mate Jake joined the ride from Fraddon to Bissoe - which is the end of today's ride.
On arrival at Bissoe Cyle Hire the flags were flying. Family and friends were there to greet the arrival of the three of them. We had champagne and cake to celebrate kindly provided by Liz of Bissoe Cycle Hire - Thankyou Liz XX.
Tomorrow is our final day with a late departure (10:30am) from Bissoe Cycle Hire to the finish line at Lands End, a short distance of only 32 miles. We will be joined by friends from the cycle club who will accompany us to Lands End.
Regretably there are no further updates from the GPS (finger trouble!!)

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