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, 7 May 2010

The big man HAS DONE IT!

I am very very happy to let you know that Chris arrived at Land's End (in a torrential downpour!), at around 14.00pm this afternoon, with Aunty Pat and Sarah cycling the last mile with him, having completing 30 miles previous to meeting him!

For all of you cycling geeks, here is Chris' final stats for Day 8:
 Miles completed: 80
Average moving speed: 16.3mph
Total average speed: 13.8mph
Highest speed reached: 50.9mph

We are all very proud of Chris, and I know that you all will be too! Love Abby xxx
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3 comments:

Anonymous said...

Brilliant - well done Chris :-)

8 May 2010 at 10:09
Anonymous said...

I've been following your epic journey as part of my preparations for my LEJOG in July - fantastic job Chris - inspriring!

8 May 2010 at 15:45
Denny said...

Well done Chris. Made by birthday special! I only did 2 hours around Carsington Water on Friday, but I was thinking of you all the way round & how brave & strong you are.

8 May 2010 at 16:47

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