Cycle for Dementia - help appreciated!

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  • Hi @Velocio - please let me know if this is not allowed. Couldn't see anything in the rules (but there are a few so may have missed).

    A few years ago, my septuagenarian father in law retired and soon after purchased a bike, which turned out to be a fantastic investment. An estimated 20,000km later, it is clear that he has benefited significantly from the many health and wellness benefits that we are all aware of as members of a cycling forum.

    In 2022, he completed a cycling challenge where he raised money for the Alzheimer's Society. He is currently completing a similar challenge throughout August, but this time with much more personal meaning, as he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in autumn of last year. The original goal was to complete 100 miles in August, but he has smashed through that, and it looks like he will complete over 300 miles during this period, which is hugely impressive all things considered.

    I suspect that many members of this forum are of an age where we are starting to be affected by dementia, primarily through our parents. The Alzheimer’s Society is working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives, and I would appreciate any support for my father in law as he tries to raise money for this worthy cause. At the same time, I understand that times are tight, so if you are unable to donate, some Strava Kudoses (Kudi?!) would be greatly appreciated!

    The link to donate can be found here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/simon-armson-1722535754265

    Thanks.

  • I'll just bump this once...he's already beaten his goal...

  • I am not sure if Positive Spin is still going but perhaps @moorhen or @skydancer can comment.

  • This is great information about projects I was unaware of. May be beneficial to us going forwards. Thanks.

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