The Eve of the Race

Not been much to post about this week, been taking it easy myself. Just done a run and a 10k row early on and Enda went out for an evening kayak on Tuesday. This week has been much more about getting the logistics right.

We had our final meeting on Wednesday night with the support crew. Its turning into something that's being planned to military precision. Both Enda and myself think that perhaps we have the easy bit, lets face it all we have to do is keep paddling for 125 miles. Our support crew have to feed us, look out for us, keep us up to date with how we are doing. Find us, repair boats, get us changed, treat any injuries. Without our 2 crews we would be helpless. We owe them a massive thank you.

Well pretty much all packed, just been getting all of my food ready. I can't believe how much I have, I have 2 stacker boxes full and that's  not including what we're having for our scheduled meal stops. Enda has been busy making the final touches to our boat today, ensuring that its all ready for us to jump into tomorrow.

All that's left now is an early night, a good hearty breakfast and then a safe journey up to the start. I know both me and Enda are just keen to start now.

No matter how cold, wet, tired and hungry we may be. No matter how much discomfort and pain we may be in, even if the skin is falling from our hands from blisters. WE MUST NOT AND WILL NOT STOP!!!!!

Our discomfort will only be temporary, but for the sufferers and families of those with Alzheimer's is long term. Our memories and achievement will last forever knowing that we have helped in trying to aid the upset of Alzheimer's.

All your well wishes will be with us the whole way and here's a picture of what has inspired me and Enda, my dad.