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Hello. It's me again, obviously! 
I want to share something with you. As some of you know my son was seriously ill a few months back and has a condition called ankylosing spondylitis. Tomorrow he is setting off on a cycling trip to Leeds from W. Sussex.
I want to share something with you. As some of you know my son was seriously ill a few months back and has a condition called ankylosing spondylitis. Tomorrow he is setting off on a cycling trip to Leeds from W. Sussex.
He has been training every day and been covering an average of 40 to 50 miles daily. I'm very proud of him and his determination. I'm an overbearing mum and obviously and worried sick. I support whatever he wants to do. I just thought it was worth sharing.
Good morning. I will keep this thread going if you wish to see how my son is getting on. He's on his way. Safe travels my son. 
He's just covered 16 miles. Tough getting over the South Downs. Going well. 
He's at his halfway point for today! 31 miles done. I couldn't be prouder of him.
He's done 50 miles and has 10 more to go today.
Drum roll please! He's completed his 64 miles today and has arrived safely at his destination for the night. Thank you for your support and encouragement. I'm off to down a very large glass of wine. 
Further updates tomorrow.
Goodnight.
Thank you for your support and encouragement. I'm off to down a very large glass of wine. Further updates tomorrow.Goodnight.
Incredibly, he started out in first place and he's still in first place! 
Good morning. 2 years ago today my son attempted the South Downs Challenge with Monty beside him some of the way. Managed 80% of it and had to stop. He was going to try last year but Monty got ill. Last night he dined somewhere called Monty's. I know he's watching over him. 
Day 2. He's about to set off from Reading to Banbury. Said he slept well, the weather is good and he's in high spirits. Good luck son.
Just had confirmation he's set off for day 2. I will update when poss. Have a good one all.
Annoyingly proud mum posts yet another bike pic.
Good afternoon. Day 2 and he's going well. He's making pals along the way. He'd done 42 miles when we spoke a little while ago. Had 17 miles to do. He's doing great. I'll update later.
It's nothing short of extraordinary how straight my son cycles. Sort it out Strava. It's been jammed all day. Anyway, I'm not sure if he's reached his destination yet. I know he's very close.
Sort it out Strava. It's been jammed all day. Anyway, I'm not sure if he's reached his destination yet. I know he's very close.
Update: Son made it from Reading to Banbury. Arrived safely. A woman (no idea who) is making him a burger! 59 miles today. Well done my son! I can't relax until I know he's arrived safely. He has and it's glass of wine time for me. So proud of him. 
Night.
Last update. I think he's OK. 
Update: Day 3 Banbury to Derbyshire. Pain management under control. He's in high spirits and is pushing off with a breakfast fit for a champion. 
The weather is starting to turn damp. Something that my son struggles with. Joints are sore. Tonight in Derbyshire he'll see his grandparents. They are both so excited. 120 miles done and 60 to get done today. Good luck son.
Update: OMG!! 69 miles completed and he's just arrived at his grandparents place. He's smashed 190 miles in the last three days. Lots of screams and pride in this family. I'm so bloody emotional about this. G'wan my son!
#ankylosingspondylitiswarrior
#ankylosingspondylitiswarrior
I've lost my voice yelling at a GPS screen!! I really need to settle myself. In June this boy was seriously ill in hospital. It was terrifying and here we bloody are! Amazing.
He's not on Twitter and doesn't know his pals will be there to cheer him when he arrives in Sheffield tomorrow! I spoke to my son and he really is feeling good. More than a bit sore but even more determined to push on tomorrow.
UPDATE: Day 4 through the Peak District and ending in Sheffield. The elevation is almost 2,500 ft today. 
He's up and at 'em. Said there's a bit of pain and he hopes it will improve when gets underway. Good luck to him. 
#ankylosingspondylitiswarrior
He's up and at 'em. Said there's a bit of pain and he hopes it will improve when gets underway. Good luck to him. #ankylosingspondylitiswarrior
Today we go up to see my parents then head on to Leeds to wait for my son at the finish line tomorrow. I'm not certain but I think his journey today is 64 miles. I will bring updates as I have them. My son has read my DMs and seen my timeline. He thanks you all very much.
I asked my son to furnish us with a photo for this thread and his travels. I got this back. 
Update: son had a late start. Covered 26 miles today. Still going.
Update: Sheffield he is in you! 63 miles! 253 miles covered in 4 days. Outstanding. GO ON MY SON! #ankylosingspondylitiswarrior
#ankylosingspondylitiswarrior
This journey has been stressful and exciting in equal measure. Everyday he's grown in confidence. I can't wait to see him tomorrow in Leeds.
Good morning. Hello Friday. It's day 5 of my son's bike ride Rustington in West Sussex to Garforth, Leeds challenge. OMG!! I'm stunned. By the finish he will have cycled 300 miles. I'm welling up just saying it. When I started this thread I didn't know we'd get here.
It's DAY 5 and he's starting to hurt now. When he breaks today I will meet him. I'll try not to hurt him more with a massive hug. We'll have some food with him, remove what he doesn't need on the bike and wait on the finish line. 
#ankylosingspondylitiswarrior
#ankylosingspondylitiswarrior
Day 5 update. Breakfast of champions.
Update: Headwinds are relentless today. It's proving to be quite a challenge. The only advise I can give him is to not rush. He's almost at the finish. I may offer up a prayer to the weather gods.
I'm having lunch with my boy somewhere near WAKEFIELD. 26.5 miles done. Last break of the entire journey. 25 miles to the last stop LEEDS!
Last break of the entire journey. 25 miles to the last stop LEEDS!
Here he is. My hero. My son.
18 miles remaining.
Some of you have asked about sponsoring my son. Thank you. I've put a link here to the organisation he is a member of. If you have mo perhaps take a look and help raise awareness of his condition. https://nass.co.uk/
Bless you Leeds for the sunshine this afternoon. 
4 miles to go.
HE BLOODY SMASHED IT!!!
OMG! I need a drink. 
My amazing champion. 302 miles cycled. I'm so proud.
Last tweet of this thread from my son and me. Thank you so much for the support and encouragement. In a difficult year we needed a win. My son brought one home. We have celebrating to do. Goodnight from us.
