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.





Monday, 3 May 2010

Bright and Early :)

Morning everyone! Another update for you all...

Chris left Abington Services at about 5.30 this morning (mad man) as he wanted to get an early start. Mum said that the weather is good and that there is bright sunshine- I hope Chris has brought sun cream with him as we all know if anyone is going to get sun burnt in Scotland, it will be Chris! Today sounds as though it is going to be an easier (ish) day as there are fewer hills than on previous days. He reached Lockerbie at 8.00am, and Gretna Green at around 10.10am and has now arrived in England. He hopes to reach Kendal at around 4pm this evening.

He is doing exceptionally well today and I will let you now if he reaches his goal for today, which I'm sure he will. Watch this space! A x
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Jakeydoo said...

Hi Chris you are doing absolutely fantastic mate ,we are all thinking of you out there and hope all continues to go great,i am sure it will.GO CHRIS GO.
Take care luv from the Farr's.xx

3 May 2010 at 12:36

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