... that does an organised/supported Land's End to John O'Groats ride?
Marie Curie. I did it with them last year.
Let me know if you want more details or my feedback on the experience.
I'd be interested in details, druidh. I can't find a "LE - J O'G" ride on their website...
Look up a company called global adventures, they organise alot of charity rides, some you can even pick your own charity, they were the organisers of the London Paris I did last year for christian aid and there work was spot on
I've just had a look and you are correct. I can only guess that's because the 2012 rides have already taken place (normally June/July) and they haven't got around to the 2013 ones yet.
If you want to PM me an email address, I'll put a few notes together.
In summary though, it was very, very good. Lots of support, including snack stops, sports massage, spare bike in the follow-up van. The only downside for me was that feeling of handing over control to someone else. I'm normally the one planning the route, accommodation etc 🙂
Great, thanks. I'm picking up the new (road) commuting machine on Saturday, looks like this:
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Immediately started to think of more challenging stuff to do on it. Slightly concerned that I may be being seduced by the dark side... 🙂
In summary though, it was very, very good. Lots of support, including snack stops, sports massage, spare bike in the follow-up van. The only downside for me was that feeling of handing over control to someone else. I'm normally the one planning the route, accommodation etc
... and the need to follow yellow and black arrows for the next few weeks.
I also rode Lejog with MC last year, would echo Druidhs comments. I managed to hit a stone wall going at about 25mph in the Dales. With a spare wheel out of the support van, and ex fireman picking gravel out of my leg and a bit of brute force I was straight back on the road. A new wheel was waiting at the lunch stop and a detour arranged for me to get me to the nearest LBS to straighten the mech. It was never suggested that I should get in the van or in anyway give up. They support you to keep you going which was great.
That said it I am now planning to ride it self supported with my OH.