As part of my midlife crisis, and inspired by people who have done far more impressive things, I'm going to be attempting a solo, unsupported ride from John O'Groats to Land's End. Ambitiously, I'm hoping to do it in 7 days, but 8 or 9 is more likely. For ages I've been thinking of doing this before I'm 50, and this summer is my last chance.

I was going to do it just for the adventure, but a number of people have asked if I'm raising money and it seems silly to miss the opportunity (but it certainly adds to the pressure). For lots of reasons I've chosen to support Mind.

If you'd like to follow along, you can do so on Instagram or Strava. I may even dust off my blog.

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