Tour de France Cycle - in support of the William Wates Memorial Trust
Life doesn't always go to plan does it?!
A year ago I signed up to take on a bucket list adventure...to ride the whole route of the Tour de France, one week ahead of the pro peloton, in aid of a fantastic charity.
Unfortunately, in early February, out on a training ride I crashed, sustaining multiple fractures to my pelvis, hip and sacrum. I spent 10 weeks on crutches and many hours since in physio and in the gym trying to rebuild my strength. Six weeks out from Le Grand Depart I finally got back on a bike.
I have the opportunity to still ride the first three days of the Tour. Over 630km and 13 categorised climbs! I don't know how much my body will be able to manage, but I'm going to try my absolute hardest with the motivation that I will be doing this in support of a great cause.
I will be riding to raise money for the William Wates Memorial Trust, a brilliant charity that supports disadvantaged young people by giving grants to charities that engage young people through sports, arts and education.
All money raised goes directly to the William Wates Memorial Trust - the fundraised money is entirely separate from the participation costs (your donations do not pay for my trip!).
All donations, no matter how small, are hugely appreciated and will be an enormous source of motivation on what is going to be an even tougher challenge, mentally and physically, now.
Thank you!
Thank you to my Sponsors
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Mark
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Jane Curley
Go Jo!!! You are totally awesome! In a great cause too.
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Matt Ford
Good luck Jo. I have no doubt you’ll smash it!
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Dyll
Keep it rubber side down! Good luck. I'm sure you'll smash it!
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Stephanie Brooksbank
Hi Jo So sorry to hear of your accident. And looks like a fantastic charity. And a great additional motivation on your journey back to full health. Best of luck Stephanie and Mike
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Adrian Campbell
You will smash it superJo.
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Tom And Charlie
Best of luck Jo! So pleased you’ve got to do it - will be keeping a keen eye on Strava!
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Donna Kennedy And Martin Anscombe
Bon courage Jo! Chapeau!
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Ian Wilson
Amazing Jo ! Good luck
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Emma
All the best Jo! Massive achievement to be back on the bike. Super woman!!!
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Gabor Ambrus
What an epic dream ride Jo, and what a great cause! I’m rooting for you from the bottom of my heart that you fully recover for the start, and enjoy every second of the tour!
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Doreen Weight
Good luck Jo
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Peter Burton
Go for it Jo. You are strong.
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Jason Ross
Best wishes Jo
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Adam Wright
Good luck Jo! If you get to the start line that will be a phenomenal achievement in its own right x
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Anonymous
All the best Jo, will be routing for you. You have done amazing to recover so well. You are incredible X
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Angela Weight
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Henrik Woergaard
Kudos, Jo, for pursuing this challenge despite your setback in February and three months off the bike👏. Go! Enjoy!
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Charlie Groves
Good luck Jo
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Simon Ward
Good luck superstar
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Alastair Ritchie
Go for it Jo; you’re a legend!
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Louise Harris
Great news that you’re doing it with me now !
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June And Malcolm
Good luck Jo, you are so positive and Amazing xx
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Cathy Dawson
Good luck Jo x
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Selma Kikic
Inspired by your determination and drive all for such a great cause. Good luck!
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Paul Maurice
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Sarah Bowen
You are incredible, good luck!
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John Higham
Knowing you, I'm expecting you to rise to the challenge and beat it Jo ....and hopefully enjoy it too!
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Sean Haywood
Have a great adventure Jo!
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Jason Blair
Great to see you're on the road to recovery. I'm sure you'll make the start line in fine form. Good luck!
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Monie Lindsey
Wow Jo! You are amazing 🤩. Massive good luck!
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Too Hot John 🤣
Good luck Jo! X
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Katharine Jamieson
Sheer madness! Go for it.
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Jerome Misso
Great cause, well done for getting back on the bike too...enjoy and safe riding! Jx
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Stuart Mair
Good luck Jo ... take it steady ... amazing recovery to even be on the start line.
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Louise Isham
Blooming superstar!!! Even a smashed pelvis doesn’t stop you. You are an utter legend. Good luck and can’t wait to hear all about it over some chips and a glass of wine when you are back! Xxx
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Sarah Rowe
You are a legend Jo! Incredible recovery. Amazing goal. Epic person all round. Much love x
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Caroline M
Smash it!
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Libby And Tim
Good luck Jo, I hope the body can match your will power x Libby and Tim
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Melissa Snaith
Jo, you may have crashed but you definitely haven’t burned, your spirit is as bright and indomitable as ever!
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Kate Macharg
Love the Machargs x
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Claire Arnold
Amazing Jo! So proud of you xx
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David Rae
Good luck Jo. Ride strong, ride safe!
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Samantha Weight
Good luck Jo, you’ll smash it. Love Sam, Dan, Jj and ky xxxx
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Percentage Sports
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Lesley Mccarthy
Well done Jo. You are always inspiring. x
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Stuart Hambling
Good luck Jo!
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Sarah Winter
Amazing Jo! If anyone can recover and do this, you can! Xx
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Karen B
Amazing news that you get experience it after so many hurdles. Xx
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Darren Nourse
All the best of luck xx
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Stuart Jackson
Go Jo, never give up!
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Anonymous
You are awesome Jo, all the best
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Emanuele A
Grande Jo :)
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Rachel Harman
Good luck Jo!!! What an inspiration you are. Hope it goes well.
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Richard Earthrowl
Sorry to hear about your accident but your determination to get back on the bike and take on this challenge is a real inspiration. Good luck x
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Marky Mark
Well done for getting back on the saddle after what must have been horrific. Good luck with the challenge & its a very worthwhile cause. I'm rooting for you. Ha'way the lass!!!
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Jon Evans
Good luck!
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Mary Benner
You've got this Jo, one pedal stroke at a time!
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I’m so sorry your Year hasn’t gone to plan, I’m so proud of you and pleased you can still do the 1st 3 days. Xx