Charity Ride - 300 miles in 3 days
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Firstly, if this sort of thing isn't allowed, I appreciate that and please feel free to remove.
I've gone and signed myself up for something of a challenge. The challenge in question is in aid of MCAC (Male Cancer Awareness Campaign) who aim to increase awareness and reduce embarrassment surrounding male cancers. I'm sure most of you already know that if a man lives long enough, he will eventually develop prostate cancer. Yet most men don't have regular checks, or even "self-check". MCAC want to change this, and I want to help them.
I will be riding as part of a group of around 15-20 and we'll be tackling some of the most challenging roads (well, pretty much all of them actually) the Isle of Man has to offer.
That's going to equate to 100 miles per day over the 3 day challenge, with a total of over 8,000m (26,000ft) of climbing. There is a reason the roads here are churning out pros at an alarming rate, they are BRUTAL!
However, we didn't feel that was......... enough. So to add to this, we're all going to be taking part dressed in out "Near Naked Man" Skinsuits. I'll attach a picture of mine below, but those of a sensitive disposition be warned, it is NOT a pretty sight!!!!
I would like to add that this isn't one of those "challenges" where people expect you to pay for them to go somewhere or do something exotic. It's the Isle of Man ffs; and I already live here. The start/finish point for each day is less than a mile from my house. AND I (and everyone else involved) had to pay for the "pleasure" of getting our seats. This is separate from any money we raise and covers food, support, the whole 9yds. Those travelling over to take part are arranging their own transport. Plus, the event is run directly by the charity, so there is no middleman.
Here comes the begging part. I would love to smash the £1,000 mark for this as I truly believe it's a massively worthwhile cause.
Please, dig deep and give whatever you can afford: http://www.justgiving.com/MattB-IORMC
As promised.........
Small children please leave the room...................
Ladies, avert your gaze........
OMG KILL IT, KILL IT WITH FIRE!!!
Edit: corrected the link
I've gone and signed myself up for something of a challenge. The challenge in question is in aid of MCAC (Male Cancer Awareness Campaign) who aim to increase awareness and reduce embarrassment surrounding male cancers. I'm sure most of you already know that if a man lives long enough, he will eventually develop prostate cancer. Yet most men don't have regular checks, or even "self-check". MCAC want to change this, and I want to help them.
I will be riding as part of a group of around 15-20 and we'll be tackling some of the most challenging roads (well, pretty much all of them actually) the Isle of Man has to offer.
That's going to equate to 100 miles per day over the 3 day challenge, with a total of over 8,000m (26,000ft) of climbing. There is a reason the roads here are churning out pros at an alarming rate, they are BRUTAL!
However, we didn't feel that was......... enough. So to add to this, we're all going to be taking part dressed in out "Near Naked Man" Skinsuits. I'll attach a picture of mine below, but those of a sensitive disposition be warned, it is NOT a pretty sight!!!!
I would like to add that this isn't one of those "challenges" where people expect you to pay for them to go somewhere or do something exotic. It's the Isle of Man ffs; and I already live here. The start/finish point for each day is less than a mile from my house. AND I (and everyone else involved) had to pay for the "pleasure" of getting our seats. This is separate from any money we raise and covers food, support, the whole 9yds. Those travelling over to take part are arranging their own transport. Plus, the event is run directly by the charity, so there is no middleman.
Here comes the begging part. I would love to smash the £1,000 mark for this as I truly believe it's a massively worthwhile cause.
Please, dig deep and give whatever you can afford: http://www.justgiving.com/MattB-IORMC
As promised.........
Small children please leave the room...................
Ladies, avert your gaze........
OMG KILL IT, KILL IT WITH FIRE!!!
Edit: corrected the link
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southdownswolf wrote:Ballysmate wrote:Bump
But only a small one :twisted:
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At least he didn't mention your cameltoe.
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love that rose bike0
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I suppose it is bad form to bump your own thread, so CWNT, have this one on me.
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Ballysmate wrote:I suppose it is bad form to bump your own thread, so CWNT, have this one on me.
Chapeau sir, chapeau! 0 -
You're welcome.0
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We finished the challenge yesterday!
I covered a total of 527km (327 miles) over the 3 days, with 7,700m (25,000ft) of climbing.
The weather completely played ball through the entire event, glorious sunshine and just enough of a breeze.
For anyone who wants to see the rides:
Day 1: http://www.strava.com/activities/153093386
Day 2: http://www.strava.com/activities/153572932
Day 3: http://www.strava.com/activities/153962347
Physically I didn't struggle too much, but by the middle of day 3, mentally I was in a very dark place. I'd spent a lot of time on the front and combined with the heat and everything else, I bonked pretty hard. The walls started closing in and I spent the next few hours pretty much in silence, just staring at my stem, willing the miles away.
As perverted as it may sound though, I think that added to the sense of accomplishment pulling through the finish line.
It was a truly fantastic experience, which I'd be keen to repeat again (albeit in a different location, just for variety).
The guys on the challenge with me were all ace, and the support we received, both from the organizers, and from the general public, was amazing and really helped pull us all through those darkest moments.
Ready for a day or 2 off the bike now, and then back to training for the next challenge.
Don't be tight with your money now, come on, coin up!!! http://www.justgiving.com/MattB-IORMC 0 -
Did you do it on the Rose? Still want that bike !0
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Certainly did. She didn't miss a beat either. Love that bike!!!0
