bike2give Boys Peddle To Their Goals!

A worldwide pandemic was not about to stop these two young men from completing their commitment. Scott and Sean, following government guidelines, completed their 610km cycle right here in the UK.

The boys were supposed to be part of the 11 riders that were taking up the 610km ride in France however due to the Covid-19 pandemic we were all placed on lock down and were not allowed to travel. As soon as the exercise restrictions were lifted the boys insisted on completing their challenge. Despite the team postponing the ride it isn’t definite that Scott and Sean will be able to do it next year. Scott is joining the British Army in October to be a Royal Engineer and Sean is starting an apprenticeship with the Northampton Police and starts university in September.

With support from the team the route was planned and the boys were ready to go.

Each day the boys were joined by a support driver or two to ensure they were safe along the way. Tracey Pahel, Angie Lonergan and Barry and Angela Woods drove each day. The Borner, Pahel, Howe and Willis families provided refreshments and fluids during pit stops.

The boys cycled for 6 days and Sean even had to go to work at Morrisons after completing his first days ride. Along the way they visited Towcester, Coventry, Market Harbour, Wellingborough, High Wicham and Newport Pagnell. They were support each day by members of the Rotary club and family members. Sean sustained a puncture nearly everyday and Scott crashed into a supporting cyclist (nothing but pride was hurt). Despite being extremely tired at the end of each day the boys continued with a smile on their faces.

Barry Hacket, team member and Rotarian, joined the boys on two of their days. Peter Borner ensured that their bikes were in good health. The ride to Coventry and back to Northampton was the hardest and deserved a little lie down along the way. Deep heat spray became Sean’s best friend by the end.

Looking tired but still had some miles to do.

We are extremely proud of these two young men. They are truly genuinely lovely people who keep to their word. We hope they are able to still join us next year with the rest of the team and wish them all the best in their careers. I am sure we will be hearing great things about them and their continued commitment to supporting those less fortunate than themselves.