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Well I'm pleased to say that I completed the 20km today, so achieved my goal. The first few miles were tough, uphill and I struggled - but many thanks to Andrew for his patience. Then Nicky and I let the speedkings race off and we enjoyed a more leisurely pace, completing it in 2 hours 10 mins. Many thanks to Nicky for her encouragement. I'm ready for the next ride.........Thanks to Paul and everyone at LRS for putting on such a well organised event that will hopefully have raised lots of money for LOROS in memory of Monica .

Most of you reading this will know that I still consider myself a novice cyclist. I never learnt to cycle as a child, but motivated by The Leicestershire Cycle Challenge two years ago, I took some lessons and have been building up confidence since.  I'm now a convert and enjoy cycling off road, but my next goal is to cycle more on road. So, the 20km bike ride as part of Monica's Gold Challenge will be the furthest I've cycled on road. 

So, whilst I never knew Monica, I am delighted to take part in this challenge in her memory with her colleagues,  and on behalf of LOROS. I have had experience of the care they offer some years ago with a close relative, so I know they're a worthy cause.

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