In June 2012 I'll be will be taking up the biggest challenge of my life (other than bring up two kids, getting married and paying a mortgage) and cycling over 500km across Madagascar to raise funds for the charity Transaid (registered charity number 1072105).

Transaid fights poverty in Africa by working with local people to improve the way that transport is managed, giving people access to healthcare, education and work opportunities, which is especially important in rural areas.

So, guess what I'm looking for you guys to send some sponsorship money my way.

All donations will be greatly appreciated and all funds raised will go to Transaid. Please visit their website - www.transaid.org for more information.