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.





Wednesday, 5 May 2010

Day 6

Good Morning!

Chris has set off, it's 9 degrees and slightly damp, but the wind is still favourable.  Chris is hoping to make it to Bristol today, I think around 120 miles again, his route will take him through  Wolverhampton, Kidderminster, Worcester and Gloucester.

He's generally a bit achy but the knee is absolutely fine.  Chris took off the knee brace in Scotland and has not had a problem since!!

He said he had a restless night, thinking about the last day and the A30.  I suppose at least he'll have the finish line to spur him on, but he's not looking forward to any more hills, or desolate landscape.  He's changed his mind since Scotland and is no more a country bumpkin, but a townie through and through.  (Abby he takes it all back)

Think of Abby at 2.30 she has her French speaking GCSE!!

It will be a late update today, as I work all day on Wednesday's and won't be home for lunch,(we take the kids swimming), still I should be able to let you know progress at about 3.30pm.

Have a good day!  Love Bonita

 
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