Earlier this year I naively agreed to take part in this year's PedElle cycling challenge from Siena to Rome which covers a distance of 400km over 3 days through the (very daunting) hills of Tuscany.
Whilst seemingly a bit mad, this is all in aid of raising money for a number of worthy charities (100% of donations go to the charities). The main beneficiary is Coram Children's Charity which provides invaluable help in supporting children in care and finds loving homes and adoptive parents for vulnerable children in greatest need. Any donations will also support the charities Cyclists Fighting Cancer, Mutliple Atrophy Trust, and Tom's Trust.
My employer, DP9, have very generously kicked off the fundraising and it would be fantastic if the funds continue to rise in support of these fantastic charities.
PedElle is a real challenge in it's own right, and certainly will be for me as I have barely touched a bike in over 15 years and just a few weeks ago my first outing on a road bike can only be described as resembling Bambi on wheels. If you are able to please make all the pain, sweat, (hopefully not tears), training and lycra worthwhile and sponsor what you can, I will be extremely humbled and grateful. Thank you!
Over three days, cyclists will ride from Siena to Rome. They will cover a distance of up to 500km with up to 6000m of climbing.
Flying out to Pisa early on Wednesday 19th June, there will be a coach transfer to your hotel in Siena leaving you with the afternoon to explore the heart of Tuscany and its medieval brick buildings.
On Thursday 20th June you'll start your two-wheeled journey south, through the Chianti olive groves and vineyards, over the hill-top towns and around the lakes. After three challenging days in the saddle you'll arrive in the heart of the Italian capital, Rome, to celebrate with your fellow riders. You are then free to fly home on Sunday 23rd or stay on for a longer break to explore the ancient city and the many masterpieces it has to offer.
Included:
- Flight from London to Pisa
- Transfer from Pisa to Siena
- Bike transport from London to Siena & return from Rome to London
- Hotel accommodation (twin sharing) for the nights of 19th to 22nd June (inclusive)
- Breakfast for the period 20th to 23rd June
- Lunch for the period 20th to 22nd June
- Dinner for the period 19th to 22nd June
- Coffee, tea and snacks whilst on the road
- Mechanical backup (labour only)
- Sports injury therapists
- Lead car and motorcycle marshals
Not included:
- Holiday, Travel, Medical and Bike Insurance
- Mechanical spares
- Alcohol and soft drinks at lunch and dinner
- Return travel from Rome to the UK
A full refund minus a £250 non-refundable deposit will be available until Tuesday 19th March 2019.