On your bike!
This summer, Ian Hutchinson, chairman of the British Lingual Orthodontic Society, will take on some of the world’s toughest cycling terrain, during a seven day feat known as the Haute Route Alps. With fellow cyclists from around the globe, Ian will cover an impressive 781km and climb upwards of 21,000 metres: the equivalent of cycling up Mount Everest – twice!
Ian has always been a keen cyclist, but found his passion often took a back seat to straightening teeth and running his own business. Now he’s training every day, as the prospect of cycling from Nice to Geneva grows closer.
Ian commented: “Each day will be hard but the real test is perseverance – seven consecutive days will prove to be a real challenge. My old orthodontic tutor Iain Hathorn used to call me a terrier as I just don’t give up. I hope I don’t let him down!”
Spurring Ian on is the knowledge that he’ll be raising money for Guide Dogs: a UK based charity that helps blind and partially sighted people to enjoy the same freedom of movement as their friends and family. The breath-taking scenery of the Alps will also provide a welcome distraction – at least during the downhill sections of the course.
To make a donation to Guide Dogs, please visit Ian’s JustGiving page.
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