It's almost time ....

Yesterday (Sunday) I did my final training ride before heading off to Burundi on Wednesday.  It was my longest yet at 75 miles and I was pleased to be able to complete it in just 5 hours which was encouraging, although I have to confess it was pretty flat.

That done, today and tomorrow are all about getting the last few things I need and then packing it all up to leave home at 4 am on Wednesday.  I'm taking the bike in a specialist bike "suitcase" rented from www.bikeboxalan.co.uk and I'm on tenterhooks today waiting for it to be delivered.  If it doesn't arrive I'm truly in trouble!

Thank you to everyone that has so generously donated already.  As I write, the total is over £17,500, all of which gets matched.  It's going to make a big difference over time to the two projects so thank you again.

If you still want to make a donation, the place to do it is www.virginmoneygiving.com/tour-du-burundi-2013

Internet connection permitting, I'll try and update this blog during the ride and let you know how we're getting on.

Best wishes to you all.

Paul


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