Sorry, did you say 500km?!
Yes! Each year, the Rapha Festive 500 is the challenge to complete 500km between Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. I've always said, if I was going to complete this challenge, it will be in spectacular fashion...
500km, in one go, around an outdoor velodrome.
This is crazy - why?
My mum's best friend was diagnosed with MS in the prime of her life. Helen and her husband, Paul decided they were going to be by each other's side no matter what. This compassion and support they had for one another has always been a pleasure to witness throughout my life so I will be thinking of them throughout each of the 1112 laps.
MS Society has been at the centre of their support. Not only providing funds towards world-leading research but also providing the vital support to those that suffer from this condition. Your donations go a long way to helping them do this!
I am also riding to support Friends of Herne Hill Velodrome. I was lucky enough to grow up in a part of the country where I could ride my bike home after school at the age of 9. Herne Hill Velodrome provides a safe place for people of all ages to come and ride their bikes, meet new people and race in London. Please make a special visit as soon as you can, you won't regret it.
I want to support you but I can't afford it
1p or £100- Let's say it together: Every 👏 single 👏 penny 👏 counts! 👏
If you would like to follow along for any updates to see when I inevitably cry after 200km with still 300km to go, then you can follow me on instagram: @lickthestampp.
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