The 2 Points, Dates are set!
The countdown begins, the expectations are high, Christmas being just around the corner is one reason, but in my mind it's all about the next ride. And I want the buzz to happen!
My question to you is, are you a keen cyclist or a leisurely ride person? Either way, I reckon we’ve hit the right note on the balance between challenging but not overbearing. Also we are really invested in trying to promote inclusion through riding, so we welcome everyone who wants to take part in this our latest adventure. You can do as little or as much as you want!
Now you're interested, let's get down to the BIZ.
The starting date will be Sunday, the 22nd of February, 2026. Leaving from Howlong (40kms west of Albury/Wodonga) and landing in Canberra on Sunday, the 1st of March. This arrival leads right into Childhood Stroke Awareness week, which starts on Monday, the 2nd of March. Double the impact, I reckon!
The distance for the entire route is approximately 450 km over the 8 days. We have factored in a rest day in the middle. To see the layout of the route, click Join Journey.
Now you’re really interested, aren’t you?
Why don’t you become a part of this fantastic campaign!
The reason we are riding to Canberra is to call upon the Government to act on Childhood Stroke. There are so many unanswered questions for young stroke survivors, their families, friends, and wider communities.
For me, I’ve got to get down to the BIZ, and the other day I did. I got back on the trike after transitioning from my E-assist AZUB trike back onto a FULLY manual trike (same trike but we've removed the motor, etc.). Hard yakka, human-powered BABY! This is the first time that I’ve ridden a manual trike since before the crash back in November 2021. I’ve been taking the easy option, haven’t I! That little test ride was a real toughy, but I'm alive, aren’t I! I’ve got approximately 3 months to train….. I like leaving things late, don’t I?
As one of The Living End’s song titles states, ‘White Noise’, which means one constant volume, LOUD, and this is what we want!!!
I really appreciate your support.
Sometimes, well a lot of the time really, the road is long and can be lonely so having you riding beside me is a real blast and helps make the kms go so much faster.
There are other ways you can be part of this ‘White Noise’: A) Join and Ride, B) follow us on the Socials, C) Donate, D) buy the Merch
We wanted to let you all know the dates well before Christmas, so you can start preparing for the ride, right?
Have a lovely Christmas and New Year, stay safe, healthy and happy! Bring on 2026, WE ARE on a mission!
Cheers
Tommy and the TEAM!
