(Daniel) Well after only two weeks of having the bike, I have decided at the last minute to take part in the London to Brighton Bike Ride.

I got up at 5.00am to meet Marcus and his girlfriend and Father in South Norwood, we then rode to the start line in Clapham together, before setting off at around 6.00am.

At first it was a bit crowded, but soon we hit our pace, and within no time had the first ten miles under our belts.  We stopped after 28 miles for a quick bite to eat, and then carried on to the beacon.

The road leading up to the Beacon was a very steep hill, and most people had to9 dismount and walk.  Vicky and John made it all the way, but Marcus and I could only do part of the hill! Here is the scene at the top, when everyone was completely knackered!

After that it was manily downhill, I even managed to get the bike up to 50mph!