IPWR 2024 Day 6 - Norseman to..... Norseman
Day 6 started off well. Up at 5 am, breakfast, chatting to a Perth couple who were returning home (and happened to have stayed in the room next to us), and headed out about 6:30, probably 30 minutes behind schedule. We had to be in Balladonia before 9 pm to obtain our key for the room that we'd booked, and there was a slight headwind. Anyway, I was making good progress and averaging about 21 km/h.IPWR 2024 Day 5 - Coolgardie to Norseman
After the arduous ride yesterday, it was decided that we would sleep in until 6 am. Carlos had arrived in town at 20 mins to midnight after 19 hrs for his ride to Coolgardie. I didn't hear him come into the cabin either.IPWR 2024 Day 4 - Southern Cross to Coolgardie
Long ride planned today at around 189 km. Planned to leave early to avoid traffic. Made our way out at 3:15 am and there was quite a bit of heavy transport in evidence, even at that time.IPWR 2024 Day 3 - Bruce Rock to Southern Cross
Headed out at 4:05 and was greeted by a tailwind all the way to Merredin. A cloud front rolled in and made for a lovely scene during the dawn. Sunrise at Merredin was gorgeous. Breakfast at 6am at the BP. From there, our little group of four rode to Southern Cross. This is where the traffic became much heavier but they seemed to look out for the cyclists. Arrive just after 1pm so it was another shortish day.IPWR 2024 Day 2 - York to Bruce Rock
Up at 3:15 this morning caesar salad for breakfast, and a 4am start from York.. Talk about serenity. Riding through the night, beautiful dawn, and sunrise. Stopped for a pie, sausage roll, and double-shot iced coffee for second breakfast at Quairading BP.IPWR 2024 Day 1 - Fremantle to York
After a surprising good night's sleep I managed to get to the start line at South Mole Lighthouse in Freo. just in time. There's a total of 36 riders this year attempting to get to to the Sydney Opera House.IPWR 2024 - What I'm packing for an ultra cycling event.
Intending to travel lightly, I've cut down what I plan to carry. The video link will give you a rundown of my gear - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ri3jeIK1k7MCharacter building training ride to Muchea
They say that wind builds character. I was planning to ride to Ellenbrook, at least, but decided to venture all the way out to Muchea as well. A hot pie and a cold chocolate milk are just about all the encouragement I need.You meet some interesting critters when training
Much of my training involves early mornings and a great deal of solo riding. Sometimes, you meet some interesting critters. And I'm not talking about other riders. Last weekend, on a Saturday ride to Baldivis, I happened upon a juvenile tiger snake.Another hot weekend and more serious training
Saturday was high 30s, Sunday low 40s. Thankfully my riding was over before lunch so I didn't experience the worst of the conditions, and it was good to be able to manage them.First lengthy training rides
If you want to ride a long distance over a long period of time, it only makes sense to train with some long distances. First serious hit-out on the bike after a lengthy injury layoff, and the physio could hardly have chosen a more difficult weekend. On Saturday the 10th of Feb the temperature was about 36C when I finished, and on Sunday it was only a few degrees cooler.Please support my fundraising and follow my bike adventure.
I am attempting to raise $10,000 for the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research by taking on the Indian Pacific Wheel Ride 2024.
This 5,471km, unsupported road cycle starts at Fremantle at 6.22am (as tradition states) on Saturday 16th March. After leaving WA and passing through Adelaide, Melbourne and Canberra, I will be finishing the event at the iconic Sydney Opera House, more than 2 weeks after setting off.
CLICK HERE and select rider 'Froog' to track my progress or check out my blog posts at the bottom of this page once the ride is underway.
The reason I am supporting the Perkins with this ride is because raising money for medical research in an effort to make diseases non-lethal is a cause that really resonates with me. My mum had 2 different forms of cancer but has survived both. The treatment for her second form of cancer was very targeted due to advancements in medical research leading to far less side effects compared to her treatment the first time around. I have also had several colleagues overcome an originally poor prognosis to go on to lead healthy lives.
But more needs to be done...
🔬 Roughly 50,000 Australians die of Cancer every year
💔 2 in 5 of us will be diagnosed with cancer by the age of 85.
The Perkins researchers are working tirelessly to tackle these figures and accelerate the delivery of life saving scientific breakthroughs to improve the health of all Western Australians.
Please donate what you can to help fund their incredible research to help keep families, like yours and mine, together for longer.
Thank you.
My Achievements
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Matt Moncrieff
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Michael Whitaker
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Ivan Agostini
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Peter Colvin
Well done Mark, sorry it was all cut short.
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Koch Solutions Australia Pty Ltd
Containers for cash and swear jar contents.
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Mark Ham
Containers for cash this year.
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Dennis Hutchison
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Anonymous
Get you to the two Kay.
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Kyra Lee
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Sue Groocock
saw this "Have gratitude for all that brought you here"
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Rick Podgorski
Always, Good luck!
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Peter Alexander
Well done Brother Mark, Awesome effort; enjoy the journey. Pace it and take the 6 weeks. Look forward to the story's ion your return. Cheers Peter
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Sam & Rini
Mark, You are an absolute champion! Me and Rini will be eagerly following this inspirational journey of yours. Wish you all the very best, mate :)
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The Skinner Family
Champion effort Mark.. Enjoying watching your progress.
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Mark And Jo Jewell
Your all very inspirational Mark and the difference the money makes in buying in top professionals is fantastic. " knights on bikes" ( knights in shining armour). Good luck mate.
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Pedro And Judith
All the best Mark!!! Pedro and Judith
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Tracy-lee Logos
Wow is all I can say I’m totally in awe of you Mark. Goodluck
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Stefan Wiederspahn
Enjoy this epic adventure and be safe!
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Andrew Gwozdecki
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Bradley Darlington
Smashing effort just to prepare for the ride Mark, I will be following your progress each day.
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Kevin Bull
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David Hayter
Good luck Froog. Hope you stay fit and enjoy the adventure. I will see you at the start and ride with you to Mundairing.
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Daniel Croft
Good luck Mark
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Charlene Wilkinson
Best of luck Mark!
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Jacqueline
Epic effort to overcome injury just getting fit for the ride Mark. I look forward to following u as u pedal across this beautiful country.
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Vanessa Pietrasik
Good luck Mark, enjoy the pain - the ride I mean. Stay safe
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Paul Davison
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Luisa Caravello
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Sean Walsh
That's a long ride Mr Ham. Wishing you a safe journey
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Simon Harrington
Hi Mark. Truly inspirational to do such an epic ride. I hope you have favorable weather and winds.
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Anonymous
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Well done Mark, great effort. Sorry about your mate and condolences