Garry's preparation for the 1056km journey has not been ideal. He suffered a serious lung infection which kept him off the bike for four weeks. He has been training for the past two weeks but has a lot of catch up to do. He is hoping that he can ride himself into fitness during the week of the event.
Like our other riders, Garry is looking forward to the challenge, being with like minded people and developing new friendships, and of course raising money for an excellent cause. Garry has experience in long distance rides having ridden in the Murray to Moyne multiple times. On one occasion Garry and a group of cyclists completed the 520kms in 21 hours, an amazing achievement!
Garry's international cycling inspiration is Eddy Merckx also known as "the cannibal" who he believes is an "amazingly strong and talented Tour De France winner". His favourite Australian cyclist is Stuart O'Grady who has unbelievable strength and endurance.
Cycling is not the only outdoor sport Garry enjoys. He spent six years working at Mt Buller and at a Canadian ski resort operating the snow grooming equipment. He skied all day and worked all night which meant no time for sleep!
Phew, 1 month off due to illness! Good luck Garry - slow and steady does it :-)
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