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| Hetty and Dominic |
Shelford Spokes stalwarts, Hetty and Dominic, have just returned from an epic 1000 mile fundraising ride in aid of Parkinson's UK. Diagnosed with Parkinson's herself 3 years ago, Hetty was looking for something more challenging than our regular Monday morning outings around the lanes of South Cambs. How about Land's End to John O'Groats?
Accompanied by husband Dom and brother Paul, and supported by Paul's wife, Liz, driving their VW Camper, Hetty completed the ride in stages, the most recent being Wigan to John O'Groats, clocking up 50 to 60 miles a day.
"Believe it or not, the toughest bit wasn't Scotland but early on, labouring up the steep slopes in Devon. Maybe we just weren't used to it, but by the time we got to Scotland we were much fitter - so that was a doddle!" she says.
Hetty has form; since her diagnosis she has cycled long distances in Vietnam and Costa Rica, with Dominic following in her wake. They make quite a team.
Where next, Hetty?
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| Journey's end! |
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