Monthly Archives: October 2018

Day 4 – New York – Media , city cycling , great weather then 100 miles a big day to stay with the Hudson family . So many feelings arriving in the dark .

Posted on October 31, 2018 by heavywhalley.MBE

We were up at 0500 for Tv and leaving Central Park New York it was bitter cold and slow start getting the media pieces done. This we must do to spread the story of what we are doing. Our pals … Continue reading →

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Cycle to Syracuse Day 4 – New York

Posted on October 30, 2018 by heavywhalley.MBE

We went down in the subway to the Bronx after we got sorted out at Lubin House where we are staying . Hosted by Syracuse University we were looked after so well. We had a great meal and were joined … Continue reading →

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Day 3 to New York Central Park .

Posted on October 29, 2018 by heavywhalley.MBE

At last I was back on the bike what a start we set off from a park, dedicated to the memory of Rick Monetti, who died on Pan Am 103. The family saw us off it was emotional and we … Continue reading →

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Day 2 Cycle to Syracuse – Sandy Cove to Philadelphi

Posted on October 28, 2018 by heavywhalley.MBE

Day 2 Cycle to Syracuse Sadly still not feeling great but met so many people and families and getting a huge amount out of meeting with them. So much kindness from all and we all are sharing each other’s feelings. … Continue reading →

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Day 1 – Hugely emotional day 1

Posted on October 27, 2018 by heavywhalley.MBE

Early away for the start of the Journey to Syracuse starting at Arlington Cemetery in Washington. Lots of press about and a simple few words by Olivet Mundell MSP at the Lockerbie Cairn that was moving and a wonderful tribute … Continue reading →

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Cycle to Syracuse starts tomorrow

Posted on October 26, 2018 by heavywhalley.MBE

It’s been a long day ending up at the British Ambassadors Residence in New York for afternoon tea. Prior to that we were back at Arlington Cemetery to sort out the start of our cycle tomorrow . This is where … Continue reading →

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Recovering from a long day then visit Arlington cemetery. Bikes fitted meet the support crew and see Washington at night.

Posted on October 25, 2018 by heavywhalley.MBE

We had a quick interview with the media individually after breakfast. I was still suffering from jet lag after being up for 22 hours the day before. It was then go to the incredible Arlington cemetery in Washington and what … Continue reading →

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Made it to Washington USA – on the first part of our incredible journey to Syracuse.

Posted on October 24, 2018 by heavywhalley.MBE

We are now in the USA after a 24 hour journey . Incredible to leave Edinburgh and get a few photos before we left. Thank you Ramsay Jones. We have the wonderful sight of Mark Beaumonts round the World record … Continue reading →

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Heading to the USA thanks for all the support.

Posted on October 23, 2018 by heavywhalley.MBE

That is me now in Edinburgh heading to the USA for our Cycle to Syracuse. Over a year of preparation and huge effort by Colin Dorrance the man behind the idea. It will be some experience and thanks for all … Continue reading →

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Some words by Jim Groak on Ted Atkins.A few thoughts of Arran and the memories of a special weekend. Thank you all for making this a special day for Shona , Lewis and Famiky.

Posted on October 22, 2018 by heavywhalley.MBE

  Some of the 2001 Everest Team with Lewis Atkins 2001 Tibet Everest Team. Missing Ian Kelly. Steve Price and Nick Sharpe and of course Ted. Jim Groak poem A few words of his best pal, mentor ! Ted “The … Continue reading →

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