While typing this letter at 12:10, 110km
outside our destination, I am very emotional.
While preparing for the Canon-to-Cape, scenarios were sketched, planning
was done, safety was from the beginning number one priority. Unfortunately,
nothing could have prepared the cyclist, neither the crew for the conditions
they currently must endure. I guess every challenge comes with certain
problems, otherwise they wouldn’t have called it a challenge.
Monday, 6 August 2012
Day 1: 17:00
After a long day in the saddle, the team was 50km from base camp for the night. A little weathered but still full of spirit, they soldier on!
Update - 16:00
With the team between Kenhardt and Brandvlei, we have not had contact for travel updates. We will have more luck with this once they are closer to civilisation.
Update - 11:45
The wind is
suddenly very, very strong and also started
drizzling - cyclist must be struggling. Please pray for better conditions.
-Elizca
Follow the progress!
The route map has regular updates as to the location, times and speeds the cyclists are achieving - just click on the blue markers!
Stop 1: Kenhardt
First pitstop
successfully managed by our very capable crew: team arrived at about 10:00.
Wind is becoming
a bit of a problem, however the temperature is climbing and is now about 7
degrees Celsius (compared to 1 riding through Keimoes). Currently no rain.
Cyclists look
very strong and are in good spirit.
I will keep you
updated but in the meantime, please continue praying and thinking about the tour. Although conditions are farely good at this stage it is still very challenging.
Next pitstop in about 80km.
-Elizca
And we are off!
The Cannon-to-Cape started this morning on a
very high note. The group gathered at
around 05:30 where we had a warm send off by
family, friends and colleagues - which we appreciated a lot. It is a good feeling knowing that you are
going on the road with a support base at home, cheering you on and believing
in you. We would like to thank you for
that.
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