We've been very lucky whilst training and preparing for this challenge. The generosity of those helping us continues to make us very grateful.

Our latest sponsor is Weldtite, manufacturer of cycling maintenance products. Their range includes tyre repair materials, specialist lubricants and cleaners, valve accessories and workshop and consumer tools. Their brands include Cyclo Tools, TF2 and Dirtwash.

Each of our riders has been provided with the following:

• TF2 Spray Lubricant
• TF2 All Weather Lubricant
• Dirtwash Chain Degreaser Machine
• Dirtwash 1 litre of Citrus Degreaser
• Dirtwash Softwash Brush
• Dirtwash Bike Cleaner
• Dirtwash CDI Spray Degreaser

As well as lots of tyre levers, puncture repair kits and decals!

Paul Winn, Marketing Manager at Weldtite, is impressed with what we’re doing. "It's a long way and having been a long-time client of Strawberry, we were only too happy to help the crazy 8! We wish them all the best of luck and can't wait to see how they get on."

Not only have the guys at Weldtite offered support for the 8 riders and our support team, they've also made a donation to the fundraising - an unexpected, yet brilliant gesture.

From all the riders at Team Strawberry, our thanks to David, Chris, Lorraine and Paul at Weldtite. Please visit their website or say "Hi" on one of their social pages - Facebook or Twitter.

James