A LONG-standing member of the Andover Triathlon Club completed the gruelling Lands End to John O’Groats (LEJOG) challenge, cycling approximately 1,600 kilometres over 14 days.
Gina Graham, who is known for her strong cycling abilities, has served in various roles within the club, including chair and welfare officer.
She embarked on this journey alongside fellow athletes to raise funds for charity.
The invitation to take on this challenge came from Jill Carlin, a fellow Great Britain athlete and frequent race partner of Graham.
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The duo previously cycled the length of Portugal, braving harsh weather conditions - a test of endurance that left Graham eager for another adventure.
The LEJOG route, stretching from the southwestern tip of Cornwall to the northernmost point of mainland Scotland, is notorious for its difficulty.
With 16,500 meters of climbing and no rest days, the challenge was tough.
However, the group’s determination was bolstered by the remarkable participation of Andy “Wack” Walker, a cyclist paralysed from the neck down.
Walker became the first person with such an injury to complete the journey, using only a chin-controlled quad cycle.
His dedication, despite exhaustion and unpredictable weather, served as a powerful inspiration to the team.
Walker raised money for Rob Burrow and the Motor Neurone Disease Association, Regain Sports Charity (supporting spinal cord injuries), and Mahdlo Youth Zone.
Meanwhile, Graham dedicated her ride to the mental health charity CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably).
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