Cycling and all that goes with cycling for the Cross.

Cycling and all that goes with cycling for the Cross.

After years away from cycling and never really serious about cycling I started cycling not for the typical reasons of saving money or improving health but because I could. After easing into it I am now nearly committed to cycling as I am in my faith. Today with my faith and my commitment to cycling the two must exist together which leads me down the avenue of FondoCross. Fondo for those whom don’t know is a term from Europe referring to endurance style bicycle riding and Cross refers directly my faith as a Christian. Oh yes, the health and financial benefits have also appeared.

I seek to cycle at almost any opportunity as they present themselves. Cycling 34 miles daily while commuting at least four days a week is something that I enjoy, while I also enjoy encouraging others into cycling. Just this week great enjoyment came while transporting five bicycles of differing styles to church for an organized ride after each of the bike received some maintenance from new tires to adjustments.

Organizing FondoCross2010 is on my mind a lot. FondoCross2010 is a wonderful ride from Edinburgh to London and Beyond 5 – 11 July 2010 where many cyclists will gather to ride from St. Giles Cathedral to Westminster Abby then to an active mission field near Heathrow Airport. Along with the other organizers we are planning a fun ride with great purposes. This ride's goal is to support the fiscal and physical needs for outreach and service in the area with a large first and second generation immigrant population. The goal is to provide one Pound Sterling for each mile ridden.

You are invited to join us or at lean more and possibly support us.

Support the Ride -
While the riders in this event will enjoy some the greatest history and scenery Please know that riding 400 plus miles will hurt. We invite all to participate in our pain. The participating riders are dedicated. Supporters may send their support in Great Britain Pounds or U.S. Dollars to address to be posted soon.
Ride the ride -
How better to participate than to actually ride. Details of the ride including route, rider support, cost, support required and more will be posted soon. However, you may send an email to mail@pondcross.org for further information.

Don - SDG