Le Loop - supporting the William Wates Memorial Trust
Le Loop follows the official route of the Tour de France, one week ahead of the professionals and finishes 21 stages later in Nice (due to the Olympics in Paris).
On Friday 21st June 2024 I will be setting out at the fifth attempt (covid cancelled 2020 and 2021 and a bout of gout got in the way for 2022 and 2023!) to be at the start line in Florence for the 'Grand Depart'. I aim to cycle the entire route comprising 3,592 km (2,231 miles) with a total ascent of 52,320 m (171,653 ft) or nearly 6 ‘Everests!
I am doing this to raise money for the William Wates Memorial Trust (WWMT). The fundraised money is entirely separate from the cost of the trip itself which I am paying myself.
All monies raised go directly to the William Wates Memorial Trust whose mission is to help the most disadvantaged young people keep away from a life of crime and violence and fulfil their potential. This is achieved by giving grants to charities that engage young people through the medium of sports, arts and education.
It's been a tough couple of years for charities and particularly for young people. This is my chance to give something back and help support young people who aren't lucky enough to enjoy the advantages in life that most of us take for granted.
Le Loop is no small undertaking. Riding even ONE stage of the Tour de France route is going to hurt! Please reward my pain by giving generously.
Merci!
Thank you to my Sponsors
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Jh
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Anonymous
Chapeau Andy, an amazingly tough gig for a great cause. May the force be with you.
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Andrew Baum
After so many false starts you deserve a tailwind!
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Richard & Alex Murray
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Sue, Joel, Scarlett, Stella & Felix
Well done Andy, best of luck!! Xx
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Neil, Claire, Martha And Eliza
Allez! Allez! Allez! Well done, you'll obviously nail it ! 👊🏻 Enjoy xx
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The Redheads
Go Andy! Have a brilliant time!!!
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Robin Hall
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Kate Bolsover
Chapeaux! Kate
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Andy S
It's a proper one! Good Luck Andy!
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The Oc’s
I know life has its ups and downs, but this is taking to the extreme Andy! Good luck, and may the wind be with you always.
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Adam Starr
Send it!!
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Kath
Looking forward to celebrating with you in Nice at the end of the 2000 miles! Lots of love xxxx
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Nick Waring
Good luck Andy. Remember tout Chapeau Crème D’Aris.
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Chris, Lou, Liv And Joe Xx
Good luck Andy!
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David Kirkby
Keep turning the legs
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Dt
Keep the pedals turning over and think of the stories you’ll have to tell when you’ve got to Nice!
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Caroline Sowdon
Good luck Andy. We are all very proud of you. Lots of love Caroline xx
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Elliot Caldwell
I'll be thinking of you !
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Sj Curtis
On your way- rather you than me. Best of Luck. See you at the AGM.
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Anonymous
Go for it Vaughnny
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Linsey & Rob Clarke
Go for it Andy!
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Pasty, Elise, Bryony And Honor
Great cause, good luck we are sure you will nail it….
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Mike And Anna - Lyme Regis Stays
Best of luck Andy. Mike & Anna (Lyme Regis Stays)
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Team Sadler
Chapeau Andy!
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David & Helen
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Anna Lea
Chapeau Andy! I'm exhausted just watching your strava.
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Tim Lander
Fabulous effort Andy. Now time to bulk up!
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Team Reynolds
Good luck Andy, look forward to hearing all about it.
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Lyme Bay Boats
Everyone’s Hero. Well done
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Team Griffith
Go Vaughany Go! You legend, we will be rooting for you. Massive challenge!!
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Jo Maitland
Go for it Andy! Can’t wait to hear all about it 🚲 Jo & Ru xx
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Chris Kirwan
Your dedication to this event and cause is more than evident! Let Raid Corse team know if you need any motivational “big hill stories”! Good luck en route.
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The Robinson Family.
You can do it Andy.All the very best.
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Sarah Sackey
Good Luck Andrew… love from the Sackeys x (Bedford) x
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The Holroyds
Allez Allez Allez! Well done Andy
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Amy, Rich, Caspar And Theo
Bonne chance!
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Jackie Bedford
Best wishes
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Michael N
Well done Andy!
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Simon & Tor
Smash it Andy Remember, no pain , no gain!
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Shambrooks
Good luck Andy! Enjoy the views and the down hills !
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Anna Butterworth
Bike now, beer later! Good luck, Andy x
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James Andrews
Enjoy Andy. Look forward to following your adventure via social media
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Siobhan Watkins
My beauty editor recommends Lanacane for the chafing. Good luck, my friend xxx
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Jules Wilkinson
Good luck Andy! I’m sure you’ll smash it! Jules, Sandy and Finn
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Chris Hitchcock
Keep going Andy!!
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Gemma Mears
Amazing achievement well done
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The Thornes
Good luck Andy!
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Martin Orton
Good luck Andy!!
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Alison Tarmey
Hi Andy! Chapeau from the Tarmey’s. Impressive challenge to take on!! Enjoy the views x
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Tim Peters
Amazing - respect for even thinking about it let alone finishing it - best of luck Tim and Katie
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The Simpson Family
Brilliant Andy - well done and keep going! Look forward to hearing all the tales x
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Nigel, Karen & Ashley
Good luck Andy on your grand tour! 🚲 All the very best, Nigel, Karen & Ashley
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Alex Nicholls
Allez!
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Julian Lee
Beyond belief you can do this and will! Bon chance!
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Mark And Becky T
Go for it! Enjoy every minute (including the tough ones) x
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Caaren Dodd
All the luck in the world Andy, you’ve worked so hard, you’ve got this! Caaren and family xx
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The Leighs
Good luck Andy ! 🚴♂️ Anne-Marie, Mark, Louis & Max xx
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Charlotte Bellfield
What a legend! Congratulations Andy.
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Sam And Andy
What an amazing accomplishment
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Jarrod Simpson
Good luck
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Dominic G
Good luck Andy!
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George Gay
Amazing Effort - Best of Luck!!
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Graham & Andrea
Best of luck Mr V - you're mad!
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Holly, Scott And Merryn
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Will Thorne
May the wind always be at your bike and your tyres firm. Good luck Andy.
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Claire Kkais
Well done Andy, amazing achievement
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Sally Hunt
Congratulations Andy, no mean feat. Love Sal, Chris and family xx
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Jonny And Helena
Awesome challenge Andy!
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Lindy & Aidan Mitchell
What an experience Andy, look forward to hearing all about it.
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Gary Hill
💪
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Anonymous
Good luck Andy Cheers Fish
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Julian Hamblin
An amazing undertaking Andy. Best of luck.
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James Magraw
Good luck! What a brilliant cause!
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Nicola Smith
Amazing. I'd love to do that ride - with some serious training. Good luck x
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Andy good luck on a massive challenge "Laissez le bon temps rouler"