Ben is currently having his last scheduled big (90 minute sleep), in preparation for the last 270 miles of the challenge. He’s recovered dramatically from last night when the team were quite worried about his legs and generally tiredness. He’s seen 2 different physio since then, who have strapped up his legs, and he’s is eating loads more food, giving him the enrgy to keep going. The best improvement is in his general mood. From a real low yesterday evening, Ben is in really good spirits, chatting loads (often falling asleep during the conversation, but its the thought that counts), laughing and getting excited about the final stage.
The stage of the ride he has just completed was with Clive and , who took him from around . Ben was quite sleepy on the bike, and had one or two mirco naps en route. Whilst on his bike he’ll stop pedalling, his head drops, and he grabs a few seconds shut eye before we beep the horn to wake him up. Ben said at one point he was cycling along, and warned Dan to keep an eye on him as he felt tired. The next thing he knew Clive was sat next to him on his bike (still at 16mph) giving him some sort of encouragement like “Ben, can you wake up and pedal this last bit?”.
All the crew are currently in bed, getting the last bits of rest in for what is going to be a very long, hard but exciting day. We’ll try to update this more regularly over the final stages. Keep sending your messages, were trying to tell him as many as possible, but there are loads coming in. He really appreciates the support.
You had us worried Kid! so now with the west country in sight, as the commentator once said” Open your legs and show your class!”. Remember the words of Winston Churchill, “if you’re going through hell….don’t stop!”
Well done Benno, we think you’re B###dy amazing!
you r doing so well uncle ben been thinking of u the whole time all r love emma summer lilly xxxxxx
Keep going Ben, your cycling spirit helps motivate me for my dissertation.
Love Scoatsy x
You are nearly there Ben and you have the bulk of the challenge behind you. Dig deep for the last leg and think about how good it will feel when you arrive at Land’s End.
You are an inspiration for all us ‘bigger boned’ muscle cyclists !
I’m a bit slow – I’ve only just seen your progress map. You’ve just gone past about a mile away from where we live (I’ve got a broken arm so couldn’t drive over to wave you on, sorry).
Amazing progress… keep up the great work!!
Keep going Ben. The road is nice out of Monmouth and the hills aren’t too steap. Keep the carbs flowing, you need to make sure that Simon le Bonk, Yasmine le Bonk and Jon Bonk Jovi don’t turn up and spoil your party!
Last stint now Ben!! Hang in. Remember pain is temporary, glory is forever!! Look forward to seeing you finish VERY soon!! All the best to the team.
Go man from the RAF RAAM Team.
Phenomenal! I’ve been checking progress daily & am astounded at the challenge. Going to sneak out of work to cheer you on through Taunton – good luck to you all!
mate you are doing so well, keep it up mate. i’m so impressed!
jo
Rockett by name Rockett by nature you are really amazing. The whole family hope to see you in Lands end as long as you can let Kiri finish work first before you break that record. keep going. Love the Pursseys
Hi Guys – iv been following Ben s progress since i found out about him on tuesday morning with amazement – good luck for the last leg
Top work mate, not sure what your timings are like but we may see you in Cornwall, I like the fact you can ride a bike in your sleep, good work keep it going.
Jamie
Hi – I presume you will be coming through/near Hereford this morning. Best wishes for this last day’s part of the journey. What you have already achieved is very impressive, but if you meet your target, I think a lot of people will be astounded!!
Thinking of you as you pass nearby…
C’mon, you can do it! Grit your teeth- the hardest work is behind you now! Build on what you have already achieved and I look forward to the massive publicity you will get when you arrive at that lighthouse! You have an excellent support crew and nobody has ever had a better opportunity to do this! I will post your site to Lance Armstrong on Twitter (assuming he actually reads his messages!)
Thursday Ben, you are almost there,keep the legs pedaling.your Mighty stuff
Glad to read that this was scheduled! I was starting to get a little worried for either ben or the support team!! Great work Ben, and fantastic work to your team!!
In a fairly hard-bitten, cynical and troubled world, evidence of individual courage, teamwork and the true spirit of human adventure is often hard to find. This effort has all of those things. I look forward to meeting you and shaking your hand.
Sounds the records going to be smashed. What next the RAAM !
home straight!
that bridge will be a welcome sight – gateway to the West Country