22 February - Day 1 - Only 4485 miles to go!

I have just arrived at the Centre after my first ride of 2021. I was going to begin the Challenge 30 on the 1st March but with a good week of weather ahead it seemed better to begin. Although the brakes squeaked a bit and some ‘kind’ white van driver pointed out politely that they could do with oiling, it was a good journey. The main challenge may well not be the effort needed to cycle the miles but the focus required to avoid the potholes. It’s good to get started though and with today already being sponsored, at least I’m already raising some money for the Centre. I know that 30 days would have been easier but it has to be hard to be a challenge and it’s a good reminder to me, and those who sponsor me, of the challenges clients go through and the impact, therefore, the donations will have. Covering a large chunk of the year, also gives people the opportunity to pick a day that is important to them. Thank you for your support. Ruth