Will takes on Roundabout’s tough cycle challenge
Two wheels are definitely better than none – as Roundabout Peer Education Worker Will Shaw proved when he joined a team from the South Yorkshire youth homelessness charity taking part in one of the country’s toughest cycle challenges.
Will – along with Roundabout Homeless Prevention Advisor Mark Barnes, trustee Tim Castle and a group of enthusiastic Roundabout supporters – took part in the celebrated Ride London event, so far raising a total of £9,300 for Roundabout’s services.
The 100 mile route took the cyclists from The Mall outside Buckingham Palace, through some of the capital’s most famous streets, into the picturesque villages and countryside of neighbouring Essex and then back to the finish line at the iconic Tower Bridge.
“I must admit it was harder than I thought it would be,” Will admitted after he crossed the finish line in a time of six hours.
“I do cycle in the Peak District but I’d say I am more of a hobbyist so this was a real challenge.
“I was meant to do it last year but I’d had knee surgery and I had to abandon my plans so it was good to be able to take part this time.
“I really enjoyed the first 50 miles but after that I started to feel a little sore and for the last 40 miles I couldn’t wait to be finished!
“There was a really good atmosphere, though, and it was great to part of a team raising so much money for Roundabout.”
To find out more about Roundabout and its many fundraising opportunities visit roundabouthomeless.org