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Practice Trip
June 29, 2016
Last weekend myself and Robert, my main support person in America, went on a little trip in order to experience a few days on the road and also to identify any issues that might arise. The ride was a 2-day …
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3 months to go
May 31, 2016
12 weeks left! Aims for last month I need to get the banner for the RV designed and printed Not done yet annoyingly and I really could have done with it for a video shoot last week. Had some issues …
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Back to normal
May 9, 2016
A while ago I blogged about the frustrating pain I was having in my lower back while cycling. Since then I have spoke to so many people who are also struggling with back pain both on and off the bike, …
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4 months to go
May 1, 2016
Can’t believe how fast it has gone. Eight months since I started, WOW! Aims for last month If all goes well I’m riding my first 100 this month at the Lionheart Sportive on the 17th representing my chosen cancer charity …
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First 100 miles
April 17, 2016
So many people have been asking me “Have you done 100 miles yet”. When I tell them no they’re like “what you playing at”. The reality is that I have never cycled before so my training is all about building …
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Mascot Wolfie
April 16, 2016
My father had a lucky mascot on his Ride (Susie the Sheep) and I’ve decided to have one too! For those who know me will be aware that I’m a massive rugby league fan, supporting my beloved hometown club Warrington …
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Cycling essentials
April 14, 2016
Last week my friend started road cycling and he asked me what essentials he needed. My initial thoughts were “not much really”, but as I started to list the essentials they became more and more extensive. It begged the question …
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Visiting AOHL
April 11, 2016
I recently asked one of my charities, Action on Hearing Loss, about the possibility of meeting some of their staff and/or seeing how the fundraising money is spent. Also, being deaf myself, I was naturally interested to see how they …
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5 months to go
April 1, 2016
Unbelievable Jeff! FIVE months! Last months aims Plan – and analyse – each day. Studying all the roads and ensuring the milage, amount of climbing etc is ok. I need to create digital routes that can be used on my …
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6 months to go
March 1, 2016
I can’t believe it has been 6 months since I announced the ride. I’m over halfway through my training and I’m getting more nervous. Lets have a look at last month aims. Get someone – preferably with intimate knowledge of …
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