Funding WORRIES!!!

Due to the fact I've gone back into full time education studing a carpentry diploma, i get very little income, I've managed to get most of the kit I need for this ride but I still need to raise about £600 to cover the cost of the trip. This will cover my ferry tickets, travel insurance, camping fee's, food and any repairs I may face on the way! I'm not looking to make anything for myself, just cover the cost of the trip! I'm trying my up most to raise this money but due to difficult times its hard to raise and without it, it could put the ride in doubt! This would be devestating due to all the hard work thats gone into this event. If there's anyone out there who can help, please, please come forward as any help would be greatly appriciated!

The Chase again

As is the norm nowadays, I'm training everyday doing various mileages but mainly getting used to being in the saddle for long periods. Here's another quick snap of me enjoying the wondeful countryside we have to offer. This is at the top of 'Lower Cliff' descent on the almost famous Monkey Trail. Without doubt one of my favourite sections up there but also on fraught with danger. In fact this exact section has taken more than a couple victims in the few months its been open. Its a nice feeling to know i will be helping some of the unfortunate visitors who get ot ride these amazinf routes.

Training

Its long days like today that make me smile. Glorious sunshine and no wind. If only everyday was like today.
Instead of the usual road training, today I focussed on off road.
These trails are what really got me into Mountain biking. Cannock Chase is right on my door step and has some of the best flowing Singletrack in the country. Its always great fun to ride up here and with the company i keep it makes these trails go even faster. Today we didnt worry about how far or how fast, it was a get back to basics and have some fun. Which we certainly did. Even if one of us fell off.
Also met Dave Buchannan whilst up there, an inspiration to all. If you dont know him or havent heard of him then check out his webiste:
Dave Buchanan and read all about his adventures

Stickertastic

Not much to add really but wanted to share the new stickers on the bike with you all. Showing off my name and country and more importantly it has the website address of my

 Just Giving website

Would like to thank Artall Signage for the stickering of the bike. Once again proving that there is people out there willing to help good causes.

Tentriffic

Well my luxurious 5* accomodation has arrived and as with anything new it has to be played with immediately.

SatMap Active

We all love toys and I love them as much as the next person, so when the SatMap Active 10 got delivered I was like the proverbial kid at Christmas.Stunning piece of GPS mapping that allows me to see, plan and save my routes.

It maps everything from current and average speed to the altitude of the ride. Something all us bikers love is knowing how far we have climbed in a ride. I shall now be taking this everywhere with me so i can get used to all of its clever functions and how i can get the best from this quite awesome gizmo.