A Pudsey cyclist is planning to ride 301 miles during the summer on a hand-built bike frame first given to him 61 years ago.
Tim Devereux is looking to raise money for British charity Medical Aid for Palestinians, which is offering medical services during the current crisis in the West Bank, Gaza and Lebanon.
Mr Devereux said: “For the past three years I have done a cycle ride over four or five days in the summer, covering about 250 miles. This year, I’m planning to ride the 301 miles from Leeds to Brighton in June.
“This year I’ll be riding a bike based on an ancient hand-built frame given to me by a club mate in 1963! It now has posh wheels and modern transmission.
“I hadn’t intended to do any fundraising, but the current crisis in Palestine compels me to change my plans. If you care about the suffering in Gaza, please, consider sponsoring me. You don’t have to wait till the ride is over!”
Mr Devereux will be staying in B&Bs or with family, and without needing to carry camping equipment and is hoping to avoid 13-hour days – unlike last year’s trek.
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