As a practice event in the run up to Paris I entered a ride from London to Brighton last Sunday, with profits being donated to COPE (http://www.justgiving.com/LVCF-COPE-APPEAL). Despite the little hiccups, I made it all the way, even if I must admit to pushing my bike up the dreaded Ditchling Beacon! It was a great experience and has highlighted what aspects of my training needs to be worked on for "the BIG one" in September. Thanks to all who have donated thus far!