It is not everyday you meet a former formula 1 driver or a number of international rugby and football players when out for a ride with your mates. Well that what if feels like when cycling the L2P event. Everyone is so friendly - often you find yourself chatting along about bikes or the race pace with the likes of Nigel Mansell, Lee Dixon, Will Carling, Geoff Thomas, Mark Bright to name but a few!
The event is so well organised and all the team is having a blast. That is not to say that it is a 'walk in the park'. 2 consecutive days of 170km over rolling countryside with a few decent hill climbs thrown in for good measure is taking its toll on us all. Some of the Brewin Dolphin team have picked up a few injuries. Both Andrews and Bradley suffered a little and even Clark and Nick, who were so strong on day 1, felt a few niggles today. On the whole, however, the team are on good form, feeling strong and most definitely looking forward to the final ride tomorrow. Apparently we have a 125km ride in the morning in our various groups followed by a giant convoy of 400 riders cycling into Paris, which is supposed to be a spectacular sight and quite emotional for the riders.
Brewin Dolphin's logo is on a large number of the rider's shirts and we are getting plenty of media coverage. It is a real privilege to be involved in such a wonderful event.
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