Usually, going down hill is a good thing. An easy thing. Not today.
Photo: The day is never too difficult when Donna the giraffe is around. Here she is ready to tow "the Arc" - she was laughing so much during this that she fell out of the car.
Strong winds in the opposite direction of riding made it very tricky. In fact, there were strong winds of all types today but let's not dwell on that. How uncouth.
It was a day of many challenges. 20 flats for poor Nick! Eight of those alone were Leigh (who was accordingly awarded the Joker Jersey, jointly with Renee from Support Crew). Nick probably can't wait to get back to Woolies Wheels in Paddington for a break.
Photo: Sophie, our giggly front car commander and Nick, the most hard working bike mechanic in the country, for sure!
Sharna had a meltdown - cyclone Sharna we named it. But that didn't stop her from winning King of the Mountain Jersey for finishing the day like a hero. (jointly won by smiley Ali)
The final hill was tough in the wind - many of us were done in by the top. Phew.
And we waved goodbye to Kirby, who has to leave us a day early. She is as mad as a box of frogs but what a wonderful person on so many levels. Kirby just has a light shining out of her. We'll miss you and your mental ways Kirbs.
But the good news was that this morning our bike ride made it onto the Today Show as we spelt out the Today Show 'T.' Great coverage for a great event.
Photo: Today Show T - we got on the telly!
Most supportive today went to AJ and Scotty.
Les really should've won an award of his own for herding cattle by ringing his bike bell and using his infamous charm.
Photo: Why did 50 cows cross the rode? To get away from Les... LOL
In the evening Ian was encouraged to shave off his very bushy beard as a fundraiser and his partner MJ said she'd shave her head if $1,000 was raised. We'll let you know the result tomorrow...
Photo: Riding all the way to the $300,000 target, with any luck.
Most supportive today went to AJ and Scotty.
Les really should've won an award of his own for herding cattle by ringing his bike bell and using his infamous charm.
In the evening Ian was encouraged to shave off his very bushy beard as a fundraiser and his partner MJ said she'd shave her head if $1,000 was raised. We'll let you know the result tomorrow...
6 comments:
To Ella Bella, Sharna and Lano.... so proud of the 3 of you!! 2 days to go girls, looking forward to catching up at the end.
And congrats to Sharna for todays King of the Mountain..... Hang in there xx :)
I have been incredibly privileged to have been on this ride for 3 years know and have meet the most Incredible people but I would like to tell you about two incredible ladies. They both have a passion for helping others no matter what the reason they are selfless in everything they do and they love will all their hearts. One is my sister the other my daughter. You are both an inspiration to me everyday. Red your pops would be very proud of you and I could not wish for a more precious gift then you. Maree
Can I just second that comment made by Maree although she needs to include herself in that praise.
Are we there yet......nearly kids. YAY
You guys are so close to home you can almost smell Beaker's sausage sizzle already....hmmmm...that didn't come out right!!!!
As a priveledged companion with CQ I want to thank all of you for your commitment, passion, dedication,selflessness and all round amazing human beings......the word "legends" doesn't even do your justice. I have loved reading your blog every day but got so tired just graving what you did I had to lay down....bloody energetic little lot aren't you!!!!!!
And what about that drop vector gorgeous adopted daughter of mine Red aka Kristy - she so gorgeous she his to be one if mine separated at birth and she ended up with the Define Miss M aka Maree...shame hehe
Think you again each and every one of you CQ is all about "making a difference" and OMG don't you all do that for all of us.
We luv has bigger than Bunnings xxxxxx
XxNanny Naida xxx
Sorry bout all he mistyped words....fat fingers
XxxxxxxxNanny Naida xx
We were so sad leaving you yesterday. Thank you for such a great experience. You are all amazing, beautiful people with hearts of gold. You're like a family we were honoured to be a part of.
We're so proud of all your hard work.
You're almost there guys!
Love
Kylie and Dean
Alice and Nat
P.S.
Why are bank teller not allowed to ride bicycles?
They tend to lose their balance...
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Ba dum dum tsh!
*It's meant to be "bank tellers"
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