MKRUFC Ring of Fire Bike Ride

09/09/2026

❤️🏆 A MOMENT OF PRIDE FOR OUR ESTEEMED LEADER, GARY SPINKS 🏆❤️

Today, we want to take a moment to celebrate someone truly special.

Our esteemed leader, Gary Spinks, has been nominated for ITV Anglia’s Fundraiser of the Year — and we honestly couldn’t think of anyone more deserving. ❤️

For the past 10 years, Gary has dedicated himself to raising money for causes that are incredibly close to his heart, supporting Motor Neurone Disease and hospice charities and helping countless people and families along the way.

But Gary doesn’t do it for recognition. He does it because he cares.

Challenge after challenge, mile after mile, event after event, he has continued to push himself and inspire those around him. And now, with an incredible £1 MILLION fundraising target within sight, his determination and commitment are nothing short of inspirational. 🙏

This nomination is about far more than an award. It is recognition of 10 years of selfless dedication, sacrifice, passion and compassion.

As a team, we are incredibly proud to stand alongside Gary and call him our leader. ❤️

👏 Gary, this nomination is so richly deserved.

Whatever the outcome, you have already achieved something truly remarkable — changing lives, supporting families and raising an incredible amount of money for causes that need it most.

Now let’s get behind Gary and show ITV just how much he means to us! 🏆❤️

🎥 Watch Gary’s incredible story on ITV News:
Watch the ITV News report⁠

GOOD LUCK, GARY! ❤️🏆
WE’RE ALL BEHIND YOU! 👏👏👏

Watch the latest from ITV News - Gary Spinks created a fundraising group 10 years ago, taking on numerous challenges. He has been nominated for ITV Anglia's Fundraiser of the Year award

08/09/2026

🔥 RING OF FIRE — DAY 4 🔥

Perpignan ➡️ Valras-Plage

And once again… the weather didn’t disappoint. A lovely, refreshing 30°C. 🥵😂

From the photos, you could be forgiven for thinking life on the bike is easy — big smiles, cold beers and beautiful scenery.

Believe me… it isn’t.

This has been, without question, the most challenging Ring of Fire yet. Four days of heat, hills, long miles, tired legs and plans that have been thrown out the window.

The smiles in the photos are real — but so are the aches, the exhaustion and the sheer determination it takes to keep turning those pedals.

And tonight, with just 10 miles left of Day 4, we are running on fumes.

The finish line is close.

The legs are screaming.

The bodies are broken.

But the team keeps pushing.

One last push. Then beers. 🍺

Tonight, we will sleep very, very well.

🔥 Ring of Fire 2026 — this one will be remembered. 🔥

ToughestRideYet KeepPedalling TeamROF OneLastPush

07/09/2026

🔥 RING OF FIRE — DAY 3: THE BIGGEST SWING SWANG YET 🔥

Foix ➡️ Perpignan… CANCELLED. 🚨🔥

The wildfires and road closures have put a stop to today’s planned route. The road ahead simply isn’t safe.

But has that stopped the ROF team? Absolutely not.

What followed was officially declared the BIGGEST SWING SWANG in Ring of Fire history — an unplanned adventure involving trains, bikes, kit, logistics and a fair amount of “what the hell are we doing now?” 😂

🚂 Team ROF boards the train in Foix.
➡️ Change trains in Toulouse.
🚂 Head south towards the new starting point: Narbonne.
🚐 Meanwhile, the incredible support crew swing into action, getting most of the bikes and kit moved to the new location.

Plans changed. Routes changed. The whole day changed.

But one thing didn’t…

THE SHOW MUST GO ON. 🔥

This is what Ring of Fire is all about. It’s not just about following a route on a map. It’s about the team, the adventure, the chaos, and finding a way forward when the best-laid plans go up in smoke. 🔥

Tomorrow, we ride again.

Narbonne — here we come.

The biggest swing swang yet… and somehow, we’re still rolling. 🚴‍♂️🔥🍻

TeamROF TheShowMustGoOn Narbonne

06/09/2026

🔥 RING OF FIRE — DAY 2 🔥

Limoux ➡️ Foix

Another day. Another 38°C. Another reminder that apparently we haven’t suffered enough yet. 🥵🚴‍♂️

Shorter miles today, but don’t let that fool you… the hills had other ideas. ⛰️🔥 Every climb seemed to come with another punch in the legs, and after yesterday’s 90-mile battle, the bodies were definitely feeling it.

It was tough. It hurt. There were moments when the finish line seemed a very long way away.

But somehow, we made it. 💪

And there’s no better feeling than rolling into the square, collapsing into a chair and hearing that first crack of a cold beer. 🍺 That first sip washing away the aches, pains and questionable decisions of the day.

But tomorrow…

Tomorrow could be something completely different. 🔥

Forest fires stand in our way. Roads may be closed, routes may have to change, and the plan could go completely out of the window.

This could be the biggest swing-swang yet. 😳

One thing is certain — the Ring of Fire isn’t finished with us yet.

Bring on tomorrow. 🔥🔥🔥

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05/09/2026

RING OF FIRE 2026 🔥

The last ride of the year: Day 1 Valras-Plage to Limoux.

“Only mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the midday sun…” — and apparently one mad Frenchman too! 🇬🇧🇫🇷

A gentle 90 miles in 38°C heat. What could possibly go wrong? 😳🥵

Without doubt, that was by far our toughest challenge in 10 years of riding together. The heat was brutal, the distance relentless, and the final miles demanded everything we had.

The guys were absolutely amazing, having to dig deep to make it to the finish line. There are definitely a few broken bodies tonight! 😂💀

But we made it. Every single one of us. 💪

And now, sitting in the square in Limoux with a cold beer in hand, the pain is already starting to feel worth it. 🍻

What a way to finish Day 1. What a ride. What a team.

Ring of Fire 2026 — completed. 🔥🚴‍♂️🍺

RideOrDie CyclingFamily Limoux

03/09/2026

🐮 Midday Moo 2026 – Saturday 10th October! 🐮

This year’s Midday is starting and finishing at MKRUFC 🏉

There’s a choice of a 5 or 10-mile walk, with a couple of watering holes along the way 🍻 with a free bacon roll and coffee before you start.

It’s a real privilege for the club to host this fantastic event, so please show your support by signing up to the MKRUFC team and getting involved.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All welcome – bring your friends and family!

Come along, have a great day and help support Willen Hospice ❤️

👉 Sign up here: https://events.willen-hospice.org.uk/ps/event/MiddayMoo2026



https://events.willen-hospice.org.uk/ps/event/MiddayMoo2026

02/09/2026

🚴‍♂️🇫🇷 ROF 2026 – The Last Cycle Event of the Year! 🇫🇷🚴‍♀️

The support team left MK at 4:00am this morning for the epic 800-mile drive to Valras-Plage on the south coast of France. 🇫🇷

They’re heading out ahead of the riders, who arrive on Friday, ready to take on what promises to be the toughest ROF event in our history! 💪🔥

This one is definitely not for the faint-hearted! 😮‍💨

ROF events are tailored to suit all abilities, but this particular challenge is aimed at our more serious and experienced cyclists. With long distances, tough conditions and plenty of climbing, it’s going to be a real test of endurance, determination and teamwork. 🚴‍♂️⛰️

We’ll be keeping you updated throughout the event, so follow along and see how our riders get on! 👀📲

ROF 2026 – Bring on the challenge! 💪🚴‍♂️

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28/08/2026

Incredible achievement!!!

28/08/2026

🔥 What an incredible evening! 🔥

A packed house yesterday evening at the MKFM Made in MK event!

Le Tour is a fantastic venue, and the food was absolutely delicious. 🍽️

A huge thank you from all of us on the Ring of Fire Team. We met some incredibly generous people who are supporting our 2026 dream.

Your support means so much to us and brings us one step closer to making the dream a reality.

Thank you! ❤️🔥

25/08/2026