18/06/2026
After being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in late 2019, I had to relearn how to cycle long distance again, a process that has taken over 5 years.
In December 2025 I decide I would push myself to the absolute limit and cycle solo and unsupported from home in Kippax to King's Cross, London in a single day. That day is now approaching, Saturday the 20th June, setting off at 2.30am that day.
I've done over 2000 miles in training this year, dedicated hours to time in the saddle, commuted 3 days a week, either side of working 12 hour days.
The donation page is here - https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/leeds-london-solo-endurance-ride?utm_source=SFMC&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CF_SubsequentDonation&mi_u=11550526&mi_ecmp=CF_SubsequentDonation
On the day there will be a live GPS tracker on board, updating my location every minute.
This link is here - https://www.followmychallenge.com/live/230-miles-solo-2026/?lat=52.993057&lng=-0.966528&z=6&b=0&p=0
Finally I'd like to thank everyone for their support in helping me reach this point.
Love to all
Matt
