Rick riding 100 miles for MS charity

APROLIFIC Southport fundraiser who has raised over £87,000 for the Multiple Sclerosis Trust by completing challenges all around the world has revealed his next mission.

Rick Halsall is now in training for a 100-mile bike ride in just one day to help those living with multiple sclerosis.

Rick has trekked and cycled over four continents and has raised over £87,000 in the nine years he has supported the charity.

Now he is set to complete his fourth Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100 in July this year.

He said: “Carol, my wife, was diagnosed with MS 12 years ago in 2005, at 44 years old.

“We were given a leaflet for the MS Trust and found the information available and the staff very informative and supportive.

“I started fundraising for the MS Trust in October 2008 and I did my first challenge in the Sahara in February 2009, quickly followed by a China Trek in October 2009.

“Since then I have trekked or cycled, at times with friends, over four continents.

“Inspire seems to be a commonly used word these days, but over the last few years I have had some tremendous experiences and have met some very inspiring people.

“I have made a lot of friends who I have trekked or cycled with along the journey.

“Some day I will sit down and work out the mileage covered around the world but before then I have a few more challenges planned and funds to raise.”

Rick’s next challenge takes place this summer – and he is urging people to support him in his mission.

He said: “I will be taking on my fourth 100-mile London bike ride on July 30.

“Last year the atmosphere was so good I had to do it again, the support along the route and finishing on the Mall just makes it a must-do event.

“This year I am doing it with three friends all riding for the MS Trust.”

If you would like to sponsor Rick and his team with the Prudential RideLondon 100 challenge go to http://uk.virginmoneygiving. com/ team/ ArrivaNW2017