The end - Lands End

The end - Lands End
with Pat = they even changed the sign for us!

Who is Chris Gutowski?

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Northampton, United Kingdom
50+. Very much a family man who still enjoys taking up physical challenges. "MOST PEOPLE TIPTOE THROUGH LIFE HOPING TO MAKE IT SAFELY TO DEATH"

WHY JOHN O'GROATS TO LANDS END?

Every year I'm looking for something new, something a bit more challenging than the previous year. In 2006 it was a big weight loss resulting in triathlons and the London to Brighton. 2008 saw the greatest achievement so far, the conquering of Mt Ventoux (but only on that occasion!).

2009 saw me achieve my Centurion status during Flat Out In The Fens.

I remember reading years ago, Miguel Indurain's comments when asked how he would eventually deal with his own demise as the best rider in the world.

"When I stop winning it will be a liberation which will put an end to my suffering" was his reply.

Well, Big Mig and I are at the opposite end of the same relationship with our bodies. His mind didn't let his body stop until there was nothing left. Me? I'll probably quit when I've had the best day I know I can possibly have.

So, although I'm using the attempt to raise money for a special charity (see column on left), this is also a journey of discovery and finding or developing the warrior athlete within me!

My ride will be completed unsupported over a period of, hopefully, no longer than 8 days in May. However if you'd like to see me 'en route', contact me for route details.





Friday, 30 April 2010

Day 1 so far...

Chris rang, in the middle of the Aldi food shop, he was not a happy bunny!

The Scottish weather is being very unkind, not only has Chris had to contend with a 20 minute hailstorm but now he is experiencing moments of torrential downpour mixed with brilliant sunshine.  April showers I suppose, but having to constantly keep changing his clothing is making for slower progress than he hoped.  It's too hot in the sun, to keep his all weather jacket on and too cold/wet in the rain to keep it off.

Still, he has reached the halfway point of todays ride, Helmsdale, has conquered one of the two major climbs of the day (he enjoyed going down) and has stopped for lunch (12.10pm).  He is still hoping to reach Inverness in good time.  

That's all for now. Bx
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