Three Former British Armed Forces veterans, with an average age of 66, are embarking on a 1,000 – mile charity cycle ride from Plymouth to Bilbao to raise vital funs and awareness for both Myeloma UK and Fisher House UK.
The 12–day endurance challenge will see the team cover an average of 75 miles per day across the UK, France, and Spain.
Among the riders is Ian Davies from Oswestry, who was diagnosed with Myeloma in 2014. He has subsequently had two bone marrow transplants; He is now in a good remission and like his other challenges is determined to give back.
“After everything that this cancer has put me through, this ride is about proving that life doesn’t stop with a cancer diagnosis, we are riding to support others facing myeloma and to help military families who are going through their own battles.
All three cyclists, Roy Dixon, Garry Mitchell and Ian, served in the British Armed Forces and continue to be driven by the values of resilience, teamwork and service.
Funds raised will support:
Patients and families affected by Myeloma.
Accommodation and support for military families while loved ones receive hospital care.
The team hopes their journey will inspire others to support the charities and demonstrate that age and adversity are no barrier to making a difference.
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