Shortly after 8pm this evening, a cyclist knocked on our door, and asked if he could pitch his tent in the garden.
We obliged, and over a cup of tea, he told us that he's cycling from Aberdeen to Adelaide, partly for the experience, and partly to raise money for the M.E. Association.
It's not a race, nor a test of endurance, and at 50 miles a day, 5 days a week, it'll take around 18-24 months, but as he's only on day two and has already raised £3276 of his £12k target, he's well on his way.
Eric's a pleasant chap, and has a very laid back approach to the journey ahead, though perhaps this will change after several thousand miles!
If you fancy chucking a couple of quid his way, he's got a page at http://www.justgiving.com/ericsmart
Or if you know anyone with a garden or campsite anywhere between here and Adelaide (via France, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Iran, Pakistan, India, Malaysia, Australia), send an email to admin@thesinner.net and I'll pass your details on to Eric.
I'm planning to walk 78 miles this July, which at the moment seems pretty daunting to me, but nothing compared to the trip from Aberdeen to Adelaide!
Good luck Eric- thanks for stopping by, and enjoy your journey!
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