Kirjahaku

Taking on the hardest bike race in the world was never going to be easy. Failure was always an option. Armed with bear spray and alone in the wilderness, breaking point was never far away. This journey provides a window into life on the open road at the very limits of endurance. A story of perseverance when your dreams are disappearing towards the horizon. But mostly it is a journey of Love Hope Strength in action, guaranteed to bring a smile to your face and tears to your eyes.

Putting the metal to the pedal is first of all a book about an idea that expanded into an incredible challenge of cycling 100 miles a day, 2400 miles in 24 days from Chicago to L.A on Route 66 to raise money for Love Hope Strength Foundation. It took me through 8 different states, and saw me battle exhaustion, headwinds, torrential rain, freezing cold and the occasional bout of homesickness. The support and goodwill from family, friends and strangers made it a journey of a lifetime, raising GBP6500 and awareness of the work of Love Hope Strength Foundation. Utlimately it is proof that In order to really live you have to let go of the fear...

Racing The Phoenix is not simply about a solo bike ride from North to South New Zealand to raise money for Love Hope Strength Foundation It is a story about the freedom of the road, hope and despair, struggle and victory. Told through blogs from the road, it will take you on a journey through searing heat, torrential rain, headwinds and even the Gates of Haast to the Place Where Rainbows End. It is also a story about Love Hope and Strength, the places it leads you and the people you meet along the way. Ultimately however, it a story about life and how we must make the most of every opportunity we have. Fight The Fear, Embrace the Randomness and above all Go With The CraZy