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27
Mar
2014

Tomorrow is the big day!!!

Well this one has to be brief as most riders are now fully into frenzy mode, packing bags, sorting through their riding kit and organising transport and logistics.   Flew into Sydney last night and drove up the coast to … Continue reading

23
Mar
2014

Penultimate week to Tour

Its really been about organising the final few things this week.  Bike has had its final tune and clean, tyres are buffed in from around 120kms to take the shine off, Brake pads scuffed to take the shine off and … Continue reading

17
Mar
2014

Training wrap-up, some observations

So what has the last 4 months of programmed training netted me??   Being self trained I needed to learn more about how to structure training and have some extra tools to measure results.  I wanted to take some guess work out of the … Continue reading

15
Mar
2014

Some media coverage!

We sent stories around the place to gain some exposure, hopefully generate more donation $$ and create awareness for TdC and Cancer charity.  I have been lucky enough to be featured in two print newspapers and also on the electronic … Continue reading

14
Mar
2014

Fundraiser Dinner wrap-up

Last night was my final and largest QLD Fundraiser Event (my sisters movie night in Hobart eclipsed my efforts :)) on my plan.  The Dinner held at Tiramisu in Paddington went swimmingly well, and I have received great reports from attendees for … Continue reading

09
Mar
2014

Fundraising goal reached!!!!

What a pleasant report to make – through some simple sums across the board I have realised my fundraising goal has now been achieved   I have around $12,200 across the TdC website, Optus’ own internal donation page and BBQ sales money to be … Continue reading

28
Feb
2014

The final month

Well its almost here – less than 4 weeks till we ride out of Sunrise Breaky central and things are looking on track which is great.  There has been some great challenges along the way, balancing Family, work, training and … Continue reading

22
Feb
2014

Travel Organised!!

How silly – forgot to check Frequent Flyer account balances!  Now re-looking at the travel arrangements with this in-mind we managed to get the kids and Yvonne to Hobart and return again at reasonable rates using some FF points. I will travel to Sydney on the … Continue reading

17
Feb
2014

Fundraising plans to bed in

  Whilst am happy with the progress of my training, other preparations in regards to travel and especially fundraising need a good kick in the pants.       My procrastination on travel bookings may prove to be a bit of a downfall, as the special flight deals appear to … Continue reading

16
Feb
2014

Feb assessment ride done and dusted

The February training guide required an assessment to be completed consisting of a minimum 180km ride distance and 2000m climbing.  Beginning at 4:30am I rolled out of our driveway and headed to the city where I was to meetup with the … Continue reading