Made it!.....in style

The time has come!

Ready or not......we're heading off. 08:00hrs Westminster Bridge.......

If you are unfit and flabby - it is too late! Say a prayer and by the grace of God you'll get to Paris ...

Hornets training hard.......

One week to go and the Hornets are looking fit.......
...but what's that you guys are imbibing? Energy drinks?

Less than two weeks to go now........

....so don't push yourself too hard in those final days of training. Give those legs time to strengthen and build up their energy levels to a peak for May 23rd.

If you've got any concerns about preparation or nutrition Russell Clarke (Hares' leader and putative sports/cycling coach) is happy to advise. Give Mike Walton a buzz/email and I can pass on contact details.

Meanwhile.....here's a pickie from last weekend's Dartmoor ride.

Looking forward to seeing everyone on 23rd :)

Time to think about our food and drink?

Now is a good time to ensure you are familiar with the food and drink your body requires for long rides. Here's a good article from Bike Radar with some sensible advice about what and when to drink

http://www.bikeradar.com/fitness/article/bikeradar-live-fuelling-for-sportive-success-20344

and some thoughts about the final weeks of preparation....

http://www.bikeradar.com/road/fitness/article/bikeradar-live-final-preparations-for-the-cycling-plus-sportive-20347

As the sun continues to shine so the training continues.....

Robert next to Hound Tor, Dartmoor and Mike at Steps Bridge, Dartmoor

Easter Weekend was a sunny one in Devon....

Did you manage to get some miles in? Every little bit helps.

We're now T-minus 6 weeks ....so you might perhaps want to consider getting your bike serviced so it is tip top for the Big Ride.