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06-30-03, 06:33 AM
Hi,
Do many of you folks take part in charity rides? Based on my experiences I would thoroughly reccomend doing so.
I had a great time yesterday on the "Oxford Big Bike Ride". This was a very well organised event in aid of the Anthony Nolan trust, a charity supporting research into childhood Leukaemia. There were 3 distances to choose from (25, 50 &75 miles) which drew in a wide range of riding abilityand since everyone was in it together the "feel good factor" was high. There were also some swish road bikes and some very good riders out there, so there was a slight competitive element, which was fun. Plus there was a chance to share bike experiences with others.
I completed in 5 hours, average speed 17.0mph (distance slightly in excess of the 75 miles stated due to a slight detour...). Total distance covered yesterday: 85 miles, which is a new personal record.
The best thing... I raised £130 in sponsorship (thanks very much to friends & family) and had a great time earning it!
Cheers,
Ed
Do many of you folks take part in charity rides? Based on my experiences I would thoroughly reccomend doing so.
I had a great time yesterday on the "Oxford Big Bike Ride". This was a very well organised event in aid of the Anthony Nolan trust, a charity supporting research into childhood Leukaemia. There were 3 distances to choose from (25, 50 &75 miles) which drew in a wide range of riding abilityand since everyone was in it together the "feel good factor" was high. There were also some swish road bikes and some very good riders out there, so there was a slight competitive element, which was fun. Plus there was a chance to share bike experiences with others.
I completed in 5 hours, average speed 17.0mph (distance slightly in excess of the 75 miles stated due to a slight detour...). Total distance covered yesterday: 85 miles, which is a new personal record.
The best thing... I raised £130 in sponsorship (thanks very much to friends & family) and had a great time earning it!
Cheers,
Ed