Tuesday 29 January 2008

This here is the place where I will stand!

Well as Nelson Mandella once said, "the longest journey starts with the smallest step" so today I started training for my London to Paris bike ride in July.

Having barely been on my bike for months I donned my lycra and did a steady 8-10 miles along the lanes around York. The sun was shining in God's own county and it was an enjoyable ride. The legs didn't feel too bad and I made it around without needing emergency medical treatment.

So with 176 days to go before I set off from London the big questions are:

  • Will my body stand the pace?
  • Will my old bike make it?
  • Is France ready for the sight of me in lycra?

Only time will tell!
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4 comments:

Doorman-Priest said...

Well, well, well: who looks good in lycra?

4 February 2008 at 11:02
Mike Rutter said...

Hey Danny - good to see you in cyberspace. I like the way you are starting with the yellow jersey....lead from the start!

5 February 2008 at 00:53
Danny said...

DP and Mike,

Thanks for visiting my blog.

I thought I'd start off with the yellow jersey but I suspect by the time we reach Paris the Lantern Rouge (last placed rider) might be more appropriate.

6 February 2008 at 10:26
bridhe said...

Hi Claudius,

Sounds like an exciting journey.
Keep up the good work.

I work at Christian Aid in the Interactive Marketing Team.

Would you mind dropping me a line when you get a second, I have an exciting proposition for you.
(bmcgroder@christian-aid.org)

Cheers,
Bridhe

14 February 2008 at 07:51

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