Setting off on yesterday, the team were planning on cycling the 120km to Florence and ascending more than 2,350 meters – all within the first day of the challenge!
And they’re off!
— Macmillan Jersey (@Macmillanjersey) September 25, 2023
This year’s cycle challenge participants will today begin their 5-day journey from Bologna to Rome. Today they’ll cycle 120km to Florence, ascending more than 2,350 meters!#macmillanjersey#cyclechallenge#blognatorome#fundraising#charity#cancer#jerseycipic.twitter.com/ysNe3bSW2w
Steph Gibaut – Chief Executive Officer of Macmillan Jersey, said: “We are absolutely delighted to have 44 cyclists taking on an incredible challenge to raise funds for our local charity.
“Their commitment and determination not only demonstrates their physical strength, but also their unwavering support for our mission to support local people affected by cancer. A heartfelt thank you from all of us at Macmillan Jersey.”
Andy Smith, Jersey Branch Manager for the event’s mains sponsor Investec Bank, added: “It is an amazing achievement for all those taking part in this challenging event. Investec is delighted to support the team both with sponsorship and staff participation.
“Macmillan Jersey’s work is a vital service to our community and Investec are pleased to play a part in this incredible fundraising effort to support that work”.
Pictured: Adam Dawson, CEO of Reto Finance, is one of the cyclists taking part.
You can keep up with the cyclists’ journey by following the Cycle Challenge 2023 Facebook page HERE.