The last beer

I’ve been told quite a few times over the last couple of days that my adventure is ‘quite a challenge’ but not in so many words. That’s the attraction I suppose. I want to do something ‘outrageous’ before I get too old. The younger ones amongst the group probably think I passed that ‘ too old’ mark years ago…you will be 51 one day then it doesn’t seem that bad. I realise that I need to ‘up’ the training and this is something that I am going to do. As I have already pointed out I am more frightened of not completing the ride than I am of doing it. I think that the fear of failure will help me to prepare…I hope so.
Now that the web site is up and running I intend to seek corporate sponsorship, of all kinds. That’s why I want everyone to spread the word. The more people who use the site the more it will help my cause when I am talking to sponsors. You see there is a method to my madness, the desire for ‘friends’ is not an egotistical thing, purely business…. although it is always nice to be liked. However I must warn you I don’t send Christmas Cards.
Today I have been in touch with a couple of potential sponsors and there was interest certainly shown by one business. I know it’s going to be difficult to attract sponsors during the credit crunch, but I think that it will be worth it because of the potential exposure. I intend to approach a number of businesses over the next week or so and I will let you know what happens, the failures as well as the successes.
I’m sat in front of my computer drinking my final beer. I’m not drinking again until I start my cycle ride. (I need to take the training seriously). I won’t refuse a beer or two once I start the ride. It would be impolite to refuse. If anyone sees me drinking before the middle of June then you have my permission to ‘give me what for’ a good old Lancashire saying that entitles you to give me a rollicking.
I’ve had a few friends who are considering buying cycles. My best friend who I used to go jogging with has eventually turned to the bike after suffering from shin splints. It has caused him to reconsider his exercise choice. It gets to us all eventually.