FFC Ride 4 KidsCan

Hi all,

firstsly a summary of what we achieved with fundraising. collectively we raised over $150,000. We have added 4 schools to the Kidscan programme and that means food, clothes and shoes for over 800 kids on an ongoing basis. All 34 riders are so excited about this outcome - thanks for your contribution.

The ride itself was fantastic. Really challenging and a great group of people to ride with. The lastcouple of days were the toughest as we had to climb the Lindis pass, Crown range and Coronet Peak - the last 2 were both on the last day and were about 900 vertical metres each - tough. Everyone arrived safely and in fact it was yours truely who had the scariest moment when my rear tyre exploded descending the crown range. After I managed to stop without the aid of the wall or any other immovable object the support crew changed my wheel so I could continue (though I did elect not to descend Coronet peak!).

This is by far and away the most enjoyable and rewarding charity event I have ever done. Thank you so much for supporting an awesome cause and for helping a few more kiwi kids get to the start line every day .......

take care

Gary