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I'm Cycling 500km in September
Throughout September, I'll be cycling 500km around Blackpool and the Fylde Coast in support of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.
As someone who isn't a regular cyclist and is carrying a bit of extra weight, this is going to be a real personal challenge. I'll be fitting rides around work, home life and my football, aiming to get out on the bike five days a week and cover an average of around 24km per ride.
To make things even more interesting, for every £100 donated, I'll add another 10km to my target. That means every donation not only supports an incredible cause but also makes the challenge that little bit tougher for me!
I'm taking part in this challenge to support The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. They ensure The Royal Marsden's world-leading nurses, doctors and research teams can provide the very best care and develop life-saving treatments, which are used across the UK and around the world.
By donating to my page, you're helping to make a significant difference to the lives of cancer patients and their loved ones.
I'll be keeping everyone updated throughout September and will do my best to post regular progress updates on the page, including how many kilometres I've completed, the routes I've taken and how close I am to the ever-growing target.
Every donation, no matter the size, is hugely appreciated and will help keep me motivated as I work towards completing the challenge.
Thank you for your support. Let's see how far you can make me cycle!
🚴 Starting target: 500km
💷 Every £100 raised: +10km
🎯 Goal: Raise as much as possible for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity while pushing myself to complete every kilometre and lose a few pounds.
My Achievements
Received First Donation
Added Blog Post
Has Created Team Page
Self Donated
Reached Fitness Target
Uploaded Profile Pic
Has Shared Fundraising Page
Received 10 Donations
Received 5 Donations
Reached 50% of Fundraising Target
Reached Goal
My Updates
It all Starts now! Clip in!
Tuesday 1st Sep
Oh No
Tuesday 1st SepShare@cyclestokesy The panic has officially set in. 530km starts today. 😭 Please make my suffering worth it! type the short Bitly link in the comments to donate to The Royal Marsden! 🚲 Donation Link: bit.ly/CycleStokesy About The Charity: The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money solely to support The Royal Marsden, a world-leading cancer centre. Founded in 1851, it was the first hospital in the world dedicated to the study and treatment of cancer. Donations fund state-of-the-art equipment and ground-breaking research that creates life-saving treatments used across the UK and around the world. @nationwideuk @royalmarsdencharity #Blackpool #CharityChallenge #Cycling #BuldakRamen #OhNo
♬ Oh No (Instrumental) - Kreepa
Clip in Fail
Tuesday 1st SepShare@cyclestokesy I said I wouldn’t fall… I lied. 😭 First time trying clip-in pedals went from "a solid 20 seconds of fighting the bike" to "I think I’ve aced this" on the grass, straight into an instant reality check on the pavement. 520km locked in for September in aid of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. If you want to sponsor the bruises and support life-saving research, scan the QR code at the end of the clip or hit the link in my bio! 👇 About The Charity: The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money solely to support The Royal Marsden, a world-leading cancer centre. Founded in 1851, it was the first hospital in the world dedicated to the study and treatment of cancer. Donations fund state-of-the-art equipment and ground-breaking research that creates life-saving treatments used across the UK and around the world. @nationwideuk @royalmarsdencharity #Blackpool #Cycling #charitybikeride #Clipins #BeginnerCyclist
♬ original sound - CycleStokesy - CycleStokesy
Help
Tuesday 1st SepShare@cyclestokesy I need your help! I’ve got the bike, but I clearly have no idea what I'm doing. 😅 I have to ride 500km for The Royal Marsden next month and I need your help. What is the one piece of advice, gear, or training tip you wish you knew when you first started cycling? Drop your survival tips in the comments below! 👇 Link in bio if you want to support the ride. About The Charity: The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money solely to support The Royal Marsden, a world-leading cancer centre. Founded in 1851, it was the first hospital in the world dedicated to the study and treatment of cancer. Donations fund state-of-the-art equipment and ground-breaking research that creates life-saving treatments used across the UK and around the world. @nationwideuk @royalmarsdencharity #Cycling #helpme #blackpool #charitybikeride #royalmarsden
♬ original sound - CycleStokesy - CycleStokesy
The Actual Machinery
Tuesday 1st SepShare@cyclestokesy A quick tour of the bike that’s going to carry me through my 500km challenge for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity! 🚴♂️ Meet the Carrera Crossfire 2—fully equipped with a Quad Lock, lights, a bell and... ...valves that I completely don't understand. 🤦♂️ I genuinely went to Asda to put some air in the tyres and had a real-time meltdown when the car pump didn't fit. What was wrong with normal valves?! I clearly have a lot to learn before this ride kicks off, so I am begging you to drop your best beginner cycling tips in the comments! Hit follow to watch me figure this out, and if you can please scan the QR code on screen to donate to an incredible cause. Every bit of support keeps me going! 💸 About The Charity: The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money solely to support The Royal Marsden, a world-leading cancer centre. Founded in 1851, it was the first hospital in the world dedicated to the study and treatment of cancer. Donations fund state-of-the-art equipment and ground-breaking research that creates life-saving treatments used across the UK and around the world. @nationwideuk @royalmarsdencharity #cycling #blackpool #charitybikeride #Reluctantathlete #CarreraCrossfire2
♬ original sound - CycleStokesy - CycleStokesy
The Machinery
Tuesday 1st SepShare@cyclestokesy 500km for charity? Yeah, I genuinely thought that would be a nice, easy cruise... right up until my eyes adjusted and I remembered which bike I actually signed up to ride. 😳 The realization hitting me in real-time is painful. 125cc of engine power would have made this a lovely scenic trip, but instead, it’s just me, some pedals, and a whole lot of impending leg cramps. I’ve made a massive mistake. 😭 I’m taking on this completely self-inflicted torture to raise money for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, which is an absolutely brilliant cause, supporting people all around the world. Please scan the QR code on the screen to sponsor my suffering and ensure I don't "accidentally" take the motorbike! (TikTok is still breaking the link in my bio, so scanning the code is the best way to donate). Let's get this done! 🚴♂️📉 About The Charity: The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money solely to support The Royal Marsden, a world-leading cancer centre. Founded in 1851, it was the first hospital in the world dedicated to the study and treatment of cancer. Donations fund state-of-the-art equipment and ground-breaking research that creates life-saving treatments used across the UK and around the world. @nationwideuk@royalmarsdencharity #Charity#cycling#expectationvsreality#TheRoyalMarsdenCancerCharity #blackpool
♬ original sound - CycleStokesy - CycleStokesy
The Explainer
Tuesday 1st SepShare@cyclestokesy You’ve probably seen the dramatic trailer by now, but it’s time for some full transparency. Over the next month, I’m going to be cycling 500km to raise money for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity! It’s an absolutely incredible cause, and honestly, taking this massive challenge on is just a really great reason to finally force myself to get fit. 😅 But I’m going to need your help. Cardio really isn't my thing, so I need you to financially bully me into finishing this. If you lot donate your hard-earned money, I'll feel way too guilty to quit. To support this absolute chaos, please scan the QR code right here in the video! (TikTok currently doesn't let me use links in my bio). Let’s raise some money and make me suffer on a bike! 🚲💸 Make sure to drop a follow to track my progress and watch me struggle! About The Charity: The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money solely to support The Royal Marsden, a world-leading cancer centre. Founded in 1851, it was the first hospital in the world dedicated to the study and treatment of cancer. Donations fund state-of-the-art equipment and ground-breaking research that creates life-saving treatments used across the UK and around the world. @nationwideuk @royalmarsdencharity #Blackpool #Cycling #charitybikeride #royalmarsden #Reluctantathlete
♬ original sound - CycleStokesy - CycleStokesy
Trailer
Tuesday 1st SepShare@cyclestokesy Marsden Cycling Trailer | The challenge was a 50km walk for Nationwide to raise money for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. But they said we could do it however we wanted... so things escalated. 😅 I’m taking my new (and very rarely used) bike out to cycle 500km this September instead! 🚴♂️ Here is the deal: 🎯 Goal: 500km 💷 The Twist: For every £100 we raise, I will add ANOTHER 10km to the ride. What is the furthest you've ever cycled? Together we can raise money for an amazing cause, and maybe help me survive cardio. Let’s get pedaling! 🔗 Link in my bio to donate (I'm sorry as I dont have 1000 followers it doesn't let put links, my next video will have a qr code in the corner) About The Charity: The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money solely to support The Royal Marsden, a world-leading cancer centre. Founded in 1851, it was the first hospital in the world dedicated to the study and treatment of cancer. Donations fund state-of-the-art equipment and ground-breaking research that creates life-saving treatments used across the UK and around the world. #TheRoyalMarsdenCancerCharity #500kmChallenge #NationwideUK #Charity #cycling @nationwideuk @royalmarsdencharity
♬ original sound - CycleStokesy - CycleStokesy
Thank you to my Sponsors
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Nationwide Blackpool
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Eileen, Jen, Sol And Christine
Good luck Connor!! You’ll be great 💪🏻
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Darren Birtwell
Good luck!!
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Evie Panther
Proud of you! You'll smash it!
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Claire Panther
Keep peddling Connor!! We have every faith in you 💪🏻 good luck xx
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Mr & Mrs Ali
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Good luck Connor!
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