Iain Gudgeon
FishOnAMotobike LDC2026
Total raised
£70.00
+ £17.50 Gift Aid
In memory of
David Martin
My Story
A challenge in aid of Cancer Research UK, for motorcyclists on cheap and inappropriate motorcycles to ride from Land’s End to John O'Groats in 24hrs on the longest day of the year. Bikes must have been bought for no more than £600. In 2024 I did this challenge in Memory of Mary Seivier the first woman to have ever ridden a motorcycle round the world starting back in 1967. I took a little over 26 hours to complete the trip so in 2026 I want to give it another go. This year I'm remembering another inspirational friend and biker who I got to know through my involvement with another charity, Mental Health Motorbike. David Martin sadly lost his fight in 2022 and the last time I saw him was at The Overland Event in that year not long before he sadly passed. I was privileged to have been one of the pall bearers at Davids funeral on 21st October 2022. When David was first diagnosed he was determined to fight and not let it beat him and he came up with the hashtag #getoutdostuff David rode across the United States and many other memorable bike trips after his diagnosis, including riding from Lands End to John O'Groats. His #getoutdostuff attitude and amazing spirit has inspired many and I hope to honour him by doing the ride this year. It would seem that the number 21 is going to play a part with the ride taking place on the 21st June, Davids funeral was the 21st October so I'd like to try and complete the ride in 21 hours! A tough ask I know but life isn't easy so why shouldn't we beat tough challenges. #getoutdostuff
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