The time for training is over...

Time for training is over. Our bikes are packed up in boxes. House full of bags and it's beginning to sink in. Virginia is a long way from Oregon. 83 days is a long time. The Rockies are not small. What about bears?! After what will be an amazing family weekend of Christenings and Birthdays... it'll be a just few days and then we'll be on the Atlantic knowing that we've got to get to the Pacific on our puff alone.

Thanks for all support (via www.justgiving.com/bikeamerica) of RedR, who save and rebuild the lives of people affected by disasters worldwide. Really appreciated.

Some campsites wont have running water, so don't expect daily updates but this blog will be our way of capturing and sharing some of our adventure. We've got an itinerary - injuries and cougars permitting...

Next post and we'll be on our way! Ash clouds permitting.

Weekend training map

We're trying our best to get as much practice and training in at the moment. We ventured out on our bikes last weekend around the South Wales coastline. Sunday was unexpectedly sunny and our noses managed to catch the sun... and 6 hours later struggled home...

On the basis of this, fingers crossed America is downhill!

60 days to go...

Tour info pack received today reads... "participants should be prepared for mental and physical challenges"... "riding will include long distances, significant climbs and signficant stretches with no services. Since the early parts of the trip inclde numerous hills, please arrive in shape and ready to ride."

Yes, we're feeling nervous.

Please support our attempt to cycle 4235 miles USA coast to coast in aid of RedR at www.justgiving.com/bikeamerica