UK Coastal Charity Ride

[derek]

Re: UK Coastal Charity Ride


Hi there,


I don't know if you are aware of Scotsman John Bryden's ride on behalf of
his late daughter and her charity for kids.


John is attempting to ride the entire coast of the UK, including NI on his
daughter's 125. He is looking for guiders/support from local bikers as he
passes through.


Wales 2 Blue Knights is guiding him from Cardiff throughout the South
and West coasts of Wales and notifying groups ahead. When he gets to
Stranraer, he'll be taking the ferry over to Larne for the next phase.


You can catch up with John's story, route and current location on
www.kirstyskids.org


He would be absolutely chuffed with any support you guys could give, and
as an ex-pat Ulsterman myself, I'm well aware of the "Carrick Lot", having
met many of you when I took a group over earlier this year. You gave us a
great welcome which was much appreciated.


Here's hoping you'll give John a similar welcome, and perhaps let other
groups know.


Many thanks guys,


Charles
Ride Captain
Wales 2 Blue Knights

[monty]

When does this come over here because it says on route sheet to look Ireland Route and i can't find it.

[derek]

Many thanks for the speedy reply.


All the info is on their website:


kirstyskids.org/


The entire route is on a PDF file, but you can get an hour-by-hour
update on his location from the page link to Google Maps (he is
currently approaching Dover as I write).


If the NI route is not shown, you can get this by contacting John or
his wife Jan directly on
[e-mail]


We surmise it might be about nine or ten days before he gets to NI -
it all depends on how much help he gets navigating each area, and
of course, the weather!!


Thanks again,


Chas

[derek]

Hi again,


Three Branches of the Blue Knights managed to get John from the Devon & Cornwall coast toPembroke
in Wales before handing him over to a few local clubs who got him to Fishguard on Thursday night.
By Friday night he had reached Holyhead in Anglesey.
He's been making good time, although he had lost four days due to mechanical and tyre problems in
Wales. We managed to get them sorted, and he's well on his way to making up time.
At his current rate, I would expect him to reach Stranraer/Larne on or around Tuesday - but he is an
extremely tenacious bugger (in the nicest possible sense) and surprises everyone with his energy and
determination. So he could get to Larne earlier. It needs careful monitoring.He's a lovely chap, very likeable,
and very grateful for any support. I've told him that the Quay Vipers are a smashing bunch of guys and gals,
and I know he's looking forward to meeting you. I've also told his wife Jan to contact you.


If you've been following his progress at all, you'll have seen his movements on kirstyskids.org
He's not certain which route to take in NI as he's thinking of following the border area. Perhaps you
could give him advice on that, and contact any groups or individuals who can guide him after you.


Thanks a lot for any help you can give.


Charles

[derek]

Hi again to the Quay Vipers.


I'm pleased to say that we escorted John from Chepstow to Pembroke
last Thursday, where we left him in the company of TOMCC, VOMC,
and the Three Amigos who took him to Aberystwyth.


Since then, John has made through N Wales and as I write, is
approaching Liverpool. At his current rate, I fully expect to see him
arrive Stranraer/Larne sometime on Tuesday.


He has been an absolutely smashing chap to accompany, and I'm
proud that the biking fraternity has pulled out all the stops to guide
him on his way.


If you guys can individually or collectively assist him, I know he will
be absolutely thrilled - he's asked where he might obtain a NI flag
to join the England and Wales ones he's proudly flying!!


He had some mechanical and other bike problems as he entered
Wales, and our guys got him some new front brakes, new chain,
new tyres (he's already done 5500 miles!) and new speedo cable
to keep him going. We're also trying to get Honda UK to do their bit
for him.


If your chaps are willing and available to help, it now requires quite
careful monitoring in order to meet him. You can do this from his
website kirstyskids.org/ and his wife Jan can be reached by phone,
e-mail or Facebook.


John would be abso' chuffed for any input.


Many thanks in anticipation,


Charles