Cycling for Charity

1,600 Kilometres of Courage, Strength and Hope
Johannesburg to Cape Town | 22 October to Sunday 1 November

A dedication to the children and families who inspire us every day.

On the 22nd of October, the four of us — Bill, Chantelle, Nicky and Guy — will set off on an 11-day unsupported journey from Johannesburg to Cape Town, covering approximately 1,600 kilometres on our bikes. Tiaan from Unbound has designed the route for us and will be tracking our progress and watching our backs, other than that, we are on our own.

We were meant to be five, hence the Team name Big 5, but sadly, Pam was injured in a team crash just ten days before our departure. Although she won't be able to ride with us, she remains part of our journey in spirit. She will be sorely missed as her sense of humour and positivity remains unsurpassed by any other I know.

As we prepare for this challenge, I would like to dedicate our ride to the incredible children and families I have the privilege of working with — children with special needs and the families who walk besid...