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Bottmup Blog says:
Tuesday, June 10th, 2008 at 12:48 PM
Welcome to the Bottom up BLOG site. Please feel free to leave us your comments.
Clive, Dave & Ian.
Beaza says:
Thursday, June 12th, 2008 at 11:28 AM
Hi guys just a tester its me Dave...! Good times
Eddie Griffith says:
Monday, June 30th, 2008 at 1:32 PM
Good luck to you. Sooner you than me! I think Penzance would be about as far as I could make it!
Julie Mayer BBC Radio says:
Friday, July 4th, 2008 at 7:35 AM
Hi guys, keep your bits well oiled. All the best for the trip and look forward to catching up on route. PS: thank god for gel seats!
Paul Hurst says:
Friday, July 4th, 2008 at 11:14 PM
Good luck guys, see the weather isnt looking good for the first couple of days - so watch out for those hairpin bends and all that spray from those pesky caravans down in Cornwall. See you soon, Paul
Denise Beasley says:
Saturday, July 5th, 2008 at 7:46 AM
Good luck boys!
Sarah And Rich says:
Sunday, July 6th, 2008 at 6:15 PM
Hey guys. We hope that the first day has gone ok. We are thinking of you. I have just completed my 5k race - bit insignificant when you look at what you three are doing but still a challenge in the mud and rain of western park and came 50 out of 3,000 so not bad for an old bird!!!
Anyway good luck for the rest - one down .......... Have moved you on the map Dave.
Take care.
Sarah (and Rich).
Nicola says:
Sunday, July 6th, 2008 at 7:57 PM
Hello guys
Hope your first day went ok and that you weren't bothered by heavy rain. One day down, 12 to go!
Take Care
Hand Family
The Lloyds says:
Sunday, July 6th, 2008 at 10:34 PM
Was it windy today? We were thinking of you as we ran around London, on a mere 10k. Keep up the good work & look forward to the beer at the end.
Jayne says:
Monday, July 7th, 2008 at 9:39 AM
Good Morning
Chris told me to have a look at this blog to check your progress - how are you getting on?
x
Chris says:
Monday, July 7th, 2008 at 3:24 PM
How's it all going - what's happened to progress report on the blog??
Dabbu says:
Monday, July 7th, 2008 at 5:33 PM
heya loveeesss, how u guys gettin on??! its not really dabbu.. i just felt like being random! infact im not going to tell you who i am, 2 leave u guessing! ive been told dave is upset because no1 is leaving blogs so here it is your first blog, full of RUBBISH! Dave heres a question for you... do u know how 2 do the trick involving 9 cards.?? hope ur all going strong and theres no more help is 2 be needed by a guy on a bike with 2 bags n no support?!? ur wondering how i found out?? well i simply guessed.. i mean i wouldnt execpt anything else from you guys, tweedle dee n tweedle dum n.. well just dum! btw u may not be able to get hold of support because he has another phone on him!! let me know who you are getting on! x
Bottom Up Boys says:
Monday, July 7th, 2008 at 9:37 PM
For daily updates, when we can find Wireless, please have a look at the News page on our website bottomup.co.uk
Davensue says:
Monday, July 7th, 2008 at 10:17 PM
Go Guys!! Exford hey. some hills in Somerset as well as Devon, but it will be flatter tomorrow. All the best!!!!
Suzanne says:
Tuesday, July 8th, 2008 at 8:30 AM
Hi Dave, hope everything is going OK, legs not too tired I hope. Callum would like to know where abouts you are. He thinks you should be half way there by now, otherwise you are not doing very well. (Joke). See you soon.
The Walkers
Jeanette says:
Tuesday, July 8th, 2008 at 11:05 AM
Wow, it wears me out just reading your account of the last 2 days. It sounds like you deserve a slightly less strenuous route for today. Hope you managed to get that cider last night Ian! Cramp Dad... what's that all about? Not attention seeking are we?!!!!!! Keep it up only 800 and something miles to go, you can do it x
Jim says:
Tuesday, July 8th, 2008 at 12:09 PM
you are doing great lads,makes me feel tired thinking about it,see you soon Ian
jim
The Moores says:
Tuesday, July 8th, 2008 at 10:30 PM
hi boys,
hope you are ok and we will see you today for mum's birthday so you can have a well deserved beer!!
love
annie and mum
Sarah Taylor says:
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 at 9:32 AM
Keep up the good work. Hope that the rain is not dampening your spirits! It is very very very quiet here without you Dave!
Hannah says:
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 at 3:35 PM
HIYA DAD!!
I hope you are ok and have not injured yourself! You must be a bit soggy by now so i hope the weather brightens up! I am sure you guys will pull this off and complete in glee. I will see all of you on sunday after a really...really boring journey. Luv you dad. BYE . :)
Phoebe says:
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 at 3:49 PM
hi guys
How are you doing? I bet you are bored without me to make you laugh!The wheels on the bike go round and round all day long because my daddy is very strong!!!love you lots see you on Sunday xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Ros says:
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 at 4:03 PM
Hi guys, hope you are all in better spirits today despite the weather! Severn Bridge sounds awesome!!! Will Yogi beat you again today I wonder. Keep smiling, keep pedaling and keep safe!
Hannah says:
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 at 4:06 PM
Hi again!
Sorry i am writting this second message because i forgot the kisses in the last one, so here it goes.
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
that is for my dad by the way! You others don't get any i'am afraid!!! Bye . xxx
Jenny Jordan says:
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 at 4:40 PM
Heard your interview on leics radio, hope you remembered your sudacream,bottoms up boys all the best for the rest of the journey.
Nicola says:
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 at 8:16 PM
Hello guys, keep your spirits up - guess it is pretty hard going. David - Don't think about using the wet weather as an excuse not to wear the LCFC shirt, Mark says he doesn't mind it getting wet!!! Take Care on those slippery roads.
Love MNL
Sam says:
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 at 8:41 PM
Hey Boys!!
I would like to send some encouraging words to Dave ''KEEP IT COMING'' & ''STAY WITH IT''!!
All the best n keep up the great work!!
Bottom Up Boys says:
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 at 11:46 PM
Four days now completed. Should get some pictures and updates onto the news page for you all tomorrow. It is great to see all of your comments on the Blog. Sorry for the delay in getting it going. We have had some technical difficulties. Now that it is up and running though, your kind comments are keeping us all motivated and in touch with home :-) Dave, Clive & Ian.
Darrin Spencer says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 9:02 AM
keep up the good work hope the rain stops for u all should have take jeanette a long for the ride
Charlotte says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 1:00 PM
HI dad :D
you okay ?? how was 2day?? hope goin ok ?? wb char xxxxxxxxxxxxxx <3 miss ya
ps....... also hello uncle dave lol
and the rest!! :D
Davensue says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 1:24 PM
Fantastic lads - well done. The halfway point has got to be a brilliant waypoint. You are all awesome. Look behind you and see how far you've come - that's acheivement!!!
The Moores says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 2:32 PM
Hi,
it great was great to see you all yesterday in ludlow, and i hope dave liked his special treatment from all of us!!! you might see rooney today dave in cheshire.
see you soon.
love annie
Carolyn says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 6:43 PM
Hi guys, sounds like you are doing well,mind you I never thought you wouldn'!! keep smiling!! and enjoy all the scenery,a few of us are stuck in offices all day and dont get to see much.. well I don't :-)take care all!!
Aryana says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 7:13 PM
I love you dad. I miss you xxxxxxxxxx
Chris says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 7:24 PM
Oh i got it now - good to see your progress - will pass on details to the boys who have been looking to the blog for updates. Speculation was that you were in Spain with the money!!
Keep up the good work...
Bill & Hazel says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 7:40 PM
Clive, Dave & Ian,
Well done so far, keep it going only another only EIGHT days to go.
Your sponsers at HWBC keep asking after you.
Good Luck
Trev, Kate & Girls says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 8:28 PM
Hi guys,been following progress on the news pages, looking good but hope its not to wet, (ever thought of swimming from bottom to top ?).Doing a geat job keep it up.
Aryana says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 8:30 PM
Hey Yogi,
Better weather today. Hope it stays good for the rest of the ride. Yogi, don't think about the hills just keep going. Aryana is counting the nights left before she could see dad.
Keep up the good work guys.
Sam Beasley says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 9:06 PM
hello dad. We r missing u so much and we love u lots so keep that on board and it'll get u through anything u find really hard.Can't wait 2 c u in scotland next week. love sam xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Phoebe says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 9:12 PM
hi guys
I am just seeing how you are getting on and I know that you have finished day five
I love you lots daddy see you in Edinburgh.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Ros says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 9:14 PM
Good to hear you had a good day today, those miles are really clocking up now!!
Uncle Andrew says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 9:26 PM
hi david & gang you look better in heels david but thats ok doing a great job love uncle andrewxxx
Bottom Up Boys says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 9:30 PM
420 miles completed and it is reading all of your words of encouragement that keep us going. Dave, Clive, Ian, Yogi & David !!!
Charlotte says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 10:25 PM
night dad xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx love char n olli
Ginna says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 10:26 PM
Hi Dave
Getting near that time when you will be wearing that special LEEDS UTD shirt,don,t forget the photo.
Keep it going there is a pint here for you when you get back.
Nicola says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 10:46 PM
Hi Guys, you're doing great - clocking up the miles now and it sounds like you are getting to see some great scenery. Keep the photos coming - it is really good to read about your daily adventure and see the photos.
Take care, be safe and do try to avoid the motorways!!!
Charlotte says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 11:02 PM
good luck in morning love charlotte xxx
Maxine says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 11:04 PM
my darling husband i miss you so.... my days cant go on without you.... lol
will have a good look at ur site tomorrow! but looking good :) good luck tomorro call me in 5 mins :) love you max :) xx
Oliver says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 11:06 PM
dad....
i miss you!!! George misses you and had been moawing cus ur not at ur desk!! LOL :p
HE HASNT GOT NOTHING TO DO LOL
oliver will write you a message tomorrow
lots of love all the family :) xxxx char oli and geroge xx (cat) xx
Jeanette says:
Thursday, July 10th, 2008 at 11:12 PM
Hey Dad,
Will that pork pie be replaced by haggis on your shopping list when you get over the boarder?!!!
Good to here you are all in good spirits, hope tomorrow goes as well as today and you get some r&r time. Keep up the good work and loving the pics.. x
Nimisha says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 9:24 AM
G'day Yogi!
Thought of you while I watched the cyclist ride home along the Yarra river (not quite the same as what you're doing - I know!!) Just wanted to let you know, Sanj and I are both thinking of you and wish you all the best on this amazing journey. Stay focused, positive and safe!
Sending you some beautiful sunshine all the way from OZ!
Love Nimisha
xx
P.S Try not to get lost!
Keep the spirits up everyone- Tour De France next year??
Ruksan says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 1:01 PM
Yogi I am so proud of you and your gang, you all are doing a grand job and are an inspiration to all of us . Kalpita keeps us all at CAT updated on how you and the team is doing. We are all thinking of you.
Good luck and finish the ride safely.
Ruksana
Lan says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 1:20 PM
Come on Beaza get your finger out, anne-marie says your only in Manchester!
Regards
Lan & the gang.
Debbie & Jim says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 2:18 PM
Hi Ian
Glad to see you are doing so well. All of our friends out here in Bulgaria are asking for a regular update on your progress.
We are very proud of what you are doing.
Debbie & Jim
Divya says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 2:51 PM
besta luck yogeshkaka!!
were all thinking of you and wishing you all the best!! keep on at it!!
Kev. says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 4:11 PM
Lads.the Weather Forecast for Sunday onwards is great with Temp. picking up and very little Rain.David dont peak too soon ...
Myra says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 5:56 PM
Hi Folks Enjoying following your journey on line.Nearly half way there.WELL DONE.Why am I not surprised that your menu usually mentions pork pies?I hope the driver is using up 6000 calories a day!!! Keep up the good work.Best wishes from Myra
Hannah says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 8:30 PM
hiya daddy
keep on going, i will see you in edinborough on sunday! i miss you lots.Hope you have had a couple of good days so far. Love you. BYE. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX By the way guys, this message is for my dad only. Sorry. bye
Oli says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 9:13 PM
HI DAD,HAVE YOU FELL OFF YOUR BIKE YET! OR SHOULD I SAY PUSH BIKE.I GOT IN THE FINALS AT LESS ON THE PENILTY SHOOT OUT & REBANDS.I GOT MY FRIENDS TO SIGN MY SCHOOL SHIRT,ITS NO FUN WITH OUT YOU,LOTS OF LOVE OLIXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX AND ONE FROM THE GEORGE THE CAT X.AND ALL THE WEST FROM ME XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Max says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 9:32 PM
Dear clive hope you had a good nights sleep,missing you .
did my last trip to the school today. .
~
love you max sad face xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Kalpita says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 9:33 PM
Yogi put today down as one of the bad days !!! Blaim the weather. Week today it will be all over. Don't give up. Keep going and be careful. Hope you have a day without getting lost or wondering off towards the moterway !!!
Heard Clive on radio today. Keep up the good work and don't let rain dampen ur spirits .
Good Luck all for tomorrow.
Kalpita x
Neil & Polly says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 9:33 PM
Hi Chaps, Hopefully the worst of the weather and the hard work are behind you now. You are certainly clocking up good averages. It will get easier as you get into a rhythm. We are with you in spirit. Keep it up and keep smiling.
Dave did tell me if it really gets tough, he would do a stage or two and you could take turns driving the van.
Kalpita says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 9:43 PM
Yogi put today down as one of the bad days !!! Blaim the weather. Week today it will be all over. Don't give up. Keep going and be careful. Hope you have a day without getting lost or wondering off towards the moterway !!!
Heard Clive on radio today. Keep up the good work and don't let rain dampen ur spirits .
Good Luck all for tomorrow.
Kalpita x
Jeanette says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 9:50 PM
Hi Guys,
Looks like you might have had another wet day today but looks like weather could be improving... well that's if you believe the weather forcasters!!! Just think, a week today you'll be partying in John O'Groats... that's if you have any energy! Keep going lads, you're all amazing x
Denise says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 10:02 PM
Hello boys. You're all doing brilliantly. Keep it up! Tommorrow you're nearly in Scotland - you've come so far, it's amazing! The weather forecast is better over the next few days so hopefully you won't get too wet. Dave, today might have been tough but tommorrow will be easy....trust me. As soon as I get to Scotland I'll give your tired thighs a good rub!!!!!! Night night xxxxxxx
Pat says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 10:27 PM
hi clive its pat andy richard jonny mikey jez and we just thought wed send you lads a good luck message hope you make it.
ps good luck from all of us.
Sonal says:
Friday, July 11th, 2008 at 10:27 PM
Good luck Yogesh! I Hope it's going well so far!
Keep going!
Soni
Julie Francks says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 8:52 AM
Good Luck with the Tour De Francks. Have you took a wrong turning though? And you all seem to be wearing yellow jerseys. Hope blankey is keeping you warm at night.
The Francksey Family and Mark x
Glen says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 8:59 AM
Geezers, keep up the good work - I am very impressed with you given the lovely summer weather we have been enjoying - NOT!!!!! I am sitting here with a hang over having gone on the hit and miss last night before finishing with a ring stinger ruby - You have put me to shame.
Chris D says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 9:36 AM
Dave and all,
Good to read of your continued progress as we sit here eating bacon sandwiches at 9.30am on Sat!!
Looks like sunshine at last- keep up the good work!
Sid says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 1:01 PM
Hey guys
I am absolutely amazed at your courage, never doubted for a minute that you could do it!
Over half way and it's all down hill from now on Ha ha!
Vaishali says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 1:10 PM
Keep going Yogesh Kaka.Less then a week to go.We know you can make it all the way.We are all proud of you and thinking of you everyday.'Look after yourself and stay safe' says mum and dad.See you very soon!
Charlotte says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 1:36 PM
hiyaaaaa dad .. u ok ?? hope tday whent ok miss you love charlotte xx
Phoebe says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 1:51 PM
hi guys
have you feel of you bikexxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sanj & Nimisha says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 2:15 PM
Hi Mate
Hope it's all going well. Well done on getting this far. Such an achievement already! Looking forward to catching up with you soon mate. Sanj
Hey Yogi, Hope today was better than yesterday and tomorrow even better than today. Take Care and Enjoy it! Nimisha x
Vasantkaka says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 5:35 PM
Hi yogesh,
Proud to know that you could do it,and keep the spirit high,we are waiting for your return and then have a big party,hope weather will be good from now onwards,our best of LUCK.
vasantkaka and family
Phoebe says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 5:42 PM
hi guys
sorry about the last message I love you daddy and see you tomorrow xxxxxxxx
Jagdish says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 5:43 PM
Hi yogesh we all have proud of you get going srong our love with you take care best luck to hole team MOM-DAD
Ros says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 5:48 PM
Have just bought a map and we are planning our route from Edinburgh, how's that Mapman!!!
Does anybody need anything from home???
Krishna & Co says:
Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 11:25 PM
Hey Yogish Kaka!
Keep going! Well done on getting this far!
For some motivation we've got ghuto & a pint waiting for you when you get back,
Theres 30 of us, after the food you and kaka can wash up! ;]
See you soon and hope your enjoying it!
Hey yogesh bhi keep riding.......... u doing great well u got better day on sunday. I hope ur navigation skills are not like your brother...... or u'll be in trouble......
love Nah, Hina & Krishna
x
Deepa says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 12:47 AM
Hey Yogi....
Well what can I say..?! You've proved me wrong...more then half way there and your still going strong. Well done!!! You are doing so well and we are ALL very proud of how much you have achieved so far. Look forward to seeing you when you get back and celebrating with lots of great food and of course lots of Kholia dancing!! Keep at it, not much longer till finish line!
Good luck to all of you.
Aryana says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 9:57 AM
to dad you are doing great. I miss you very much love xxxxxxxxxxxxxxoooooooooooooooxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxooooooooooooooooooooxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
The Moores says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 10:40 AM
hi boys,
today is the best for sunshine here so i'm doing all my washing for scotland i don't know how i'm going to fit it all in my hand luggage, i might have to wear a few layers lol,
anyway i hope you are all ok and David is getting used to his scottish companions!!!!!
Dave do you need anything from home??? i think we might have a BBQ later so we will try and ring later.
Miss you loads
love Anne Marie. x x x
The Smarts Iris Close says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 1:30 PM
Makes my Race for Life on Wednesday in the rain look childs play.
You may have started with Raleigh's but will finish up with BSA's
Well done and good luck for the finish, I bet Dave Arnold will be the only one to put on weight
Martyn Jones says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 4:10 PM
Hi Clive - keep goin - keep up the good work - I can see my tenna getting closer every minute - keep you eyes peeled and watch out for the ST6's they are very big!!! don't want to buckle your wheels not watching where you're goin. Good Luck Martyn Jones
Helen Marriott says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 6:47 PM
Hi Ian
You are doing so well a great achievement so far, Keep smiling its all for a good cause
Oli says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 7:18 PM
hi dad
hope that you have had a good day today wheather has been good here today.
I been out on my bike with my mates today,going swimming with grandad tomorrow.
missing you lots and lots xxxxxxxxxlove you dad. say hi to uncle dave xxxxxx
Max says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 7:21 PM
dear clive.
sending my love and many xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.
Suzanne says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 7:21 PM
Hi Dave, Guys,
You are doing brilliantly, keep up the good work, that finish line is not far away. Hopefully the weather will be a bit kinder this week. Dave, surely the thought of a tigh rub from Denise is more than enought to get you over the finish line. See you soon.
The Walkers
Jenny Jordan says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 7:39 PM
hi everyone, the blog has gone quite hope your all okay,mick and dave were talking about your progress in church today,i am know on the fund raising team at church, and after seeing those knees i am buzzing with ideas good luck nearly there.hope weather has improved.
Charlotte says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 8:48 PM
night night dad :) xxxxxxxxxxxxx hope u al had gd day :P
Michael And Maria says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 9:16 PM
Hi guys, Thank you for keeping us up to date with your texts. This gives us an insight and a realisation of the scale of the task you have taken on
and how much on a daily basis you have to achieve day after day.
We are keeping all the footie lads up to date with your progress and there is a pint behind the bar on your return for all of you.
We have nothing but admiration for what you are doing and doing so well and we think and talk about your progress daily. Keep those bottoms up!
PEDAL POWER!
Love Michael and Maria xx
P.s. Dave if you need encouragement to get up and get going in the morning think of sharing that room with Mick in Skegness!!
Kalpita says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 9:51 PM
One week gone and only five more days to go !!!!!
Glad to know that it was good day for all of you.
Thing I can't believe is , Yogi is away from home and family and still getting spoilt. BIG Thanks to David, for cooking him good lunches and feeding him well.
I hope weather stays same so that you all could enjoy ur ride and scotlands scenic routes. Good luck to all for tomorrow.
Kalpita xx
Bottom Up Boys says:
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 10:52 PM
We are finally in Scotland 680 miles behind us and we have struggled for internet access up north but it is now updated...Please check out our website and keep these blogs coming as they make us laugh and very homesick! Missing you all the boys!
Sarah Taylor says:
Monday, July 14th, 2008 at 8:44 AM
Hi Dave. Weve got a leak and where is our super caretaker when we need him! Scotland eh. Even Rich is impressed!!!!
We are very very proud of what you are doing. Keep it up, you are nearly there and Denise is doing a sterling job of holding the fort,
it's just like having you here but she makes the tea, washes up and really does just pop in to town for five minutes! Take care. Sarah and Rich xxxxxxxx
Bill & Hazel says:
Monday, July 14th, 2008 at 8:54 AM
I HOPE YOU ALL HAD YOUR PASSPORTS THEY ARE A BIT FUNNY NORTH OF THE BORDER.
SUE AND KEVIN IN IRELAND SEND THEIR REGARDS AND WILL TRY YOUR WEBSITE.
GOOD LUCK.
Darrin Spencer says:
Monday, July 14th, 2008 at 8:59 AM
HI GUYS ENJOING FOLLOWING YOUR JOURNEY FROM DOWN UNDER KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK
Jeanette says:
Monday, July 14th, 2008 at 11:13 AM
Hi Guys,
Glad the weather is a bit dryer for you, what lovely countryside you have been through I hope you've had chance to take it all in.
I thought that van was a bit too big for you but looking at the pics I was wrong.... how much stuff
do you have?!!! Have you had Ros on the spare bike yet???
You're all doing so well, just keep Dad off the scotch and you'll be fine!!! Take care x
Aryana says:
Monday, July 14th, 2008 at 7:02 PM
daddy..
have you ate any pizza?
i love you
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Myra says:
Monday, July 14th, 2008 at 10:05 PM
Have put a nice white wine to cool ready to toast your success and will make sure there is some diet coke for you David when you get home so you can continue your healthy diet!!!!Just keep pedalling Nearly there.
Ben says:
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008 at 8:05 AM
HOW DID YOU DO THAT scotland is cool my mates from scotland hope you make it all the way! from ben steer
Debbie & Jim says:
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008 at 12:52 PM
HiIan
Great to see how well you are doing. Keep going.
Take care xxx
Sanj & Nimisha says:
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008 at 1:00 PM
Congratulations on crossing the border! Not long to go. Hope the Scottish hills aren't too hard on you. Just keep going!
Lovely seeing your pictures - you guys are doing a great job! Sanjiv and Nimisha
Sarah Taylor says:
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008 at 3:26 PM
Hey Dave. Roof still leaking and Denise and I are NOT loving the summer holidays!!! I have just moved you again on the Map and can not believe how far you have gone. This is definately something to tell the grandchildren. Keep your spirits up on the home stretch. I am sure that you will feel much better when the family arrives tomorrow - I know that they are all really looking forward to seeing you. Take care. Sarah and Rich xxxx
Suzanne says:
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008 at 3:53 PM
Hi Dave and Guys.
Hope everything is OK and you are all well. The finish line is not far away now. Just keep peddling. Below is just some bedtime reading for you all. Enjoy.
There were three men we liked
Who decided to ride their bikes
After a drink in the pub one night
They decided the time was right
Three charities they had selected
Up on the web it was erected
A two week ride is what they said
50 miles on they were nearly dead
They continued their long trek
Even though they were a wreck
Up hill, down dale they went
So stead fast and hell bent
Cornwall to Scotland they rode
While the man in the van he drove
Sorry couldn't resist. See you soon Dave.
The Walkers
Ash Sherwin says:
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008 at 4:49 PM
Well done you guys,not far now but probally one mile seems to far so keep the old spirts high and keep battling on the worst is behind you.
The Campions says:
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008 at 6:31 PM
come on lads just think of all that beer you can drink when you have finished!
keep going and keep safe.
tremendous!
Yvonne, Dean & Dan says:
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008 at 7:38 PM
Eat,drink and be merry David for next week you diet!
Great to see you all doing so well
Kalpita says:
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008 at 8:17 PM
Hi All,
One more good day with good weather. Only three more days to go. I am sure you are enjoying beautiful Scottish views. Just keep going. You are doing great. Can't believe nearly 2 weeks gone and near to finishing.
Good luck for tomorrow and Hope weather stays good for you all. Nearly there !!!!!
Kalpita x
Dave Jordan says:
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008 at 9:04 PM
nearly there now guys keep those peddles pumping, its been a tremendous effort and you deserve every credit when you get back, super stuff
Bottom Up Boys says:
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008 at 10:52 PM
Thanks for your comments well into Scotland now only 3 days to go!
Ian Mccall says:
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 at 7:33 AM
Brilliant idea!.A rival tour to Marco Piere White.Meals on Wheels.Well done.Mac.
Davensue says:
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 at 9:18 AM
Dave, Ian, Clive & Yogi. Can't really say without blubbing like girls how proud of you we are. Fantastic job. There is no question now abaout finishing this is there. It's just - what time will they cross the line? Tremendous effort all of you!! great stuff...head home carefully soon and remember this for years.
Gemma Hollingworth says:
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 at 9:42 AM
Dave Beasley!! You've left me speechless mate whilst following you're fantastic progress on this challenging trip! I've thought long & hard about what you're gonna need to fill the void of getting up early & on your bike everyday when you finish this horrowing ordeal mate but I've got it! I've had to pull a few strings mind you but since you've not been religiously booking in for spinning for the last few weeks at the leisure the profits have gone rock bottom Dave & their threatening to close its doors mate! So I've managed to wangle you a permanent slot as Hinckley Leisure Centres NEW EXPERIENCED SPINNING INSTRUCTOR !The only catch is you have to start Friday mate so I'm thinking you'd better get some pactise in & hurry home!
Dig in deep Dave & Co you're up there now with the likes of Uwin McGregor & Charlie Boorman the hard parts surely must be over enjoy your last few days! Best of luck. Gemma x
p.s Brad says he quite fancies you in lycra Dave!
Uncle Kev says:
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 at 10:59 AM
David.If you are passing any "Waitrose" shop on your way can you get me the following- 14 lb.Potatoes4 Bottles of good Red Wine £2-£3 and two bags of Strong Flour for Bread-Makers,I will give you the Money when I see you.Your Evercaring Uncle.
Gret & Jeff says:
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 at 1:31 PM
Nearly there guys..... keep it going!!!! Fabulous achievement so far - well done...
Julie Francks says:
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 at 6:34 PM
Are you going to do a lap of honour?
Vandana,bhupendra says:
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 at 7:03 PM
hi yogi,
going well. keep it up. wish you good luck.
Trev, Kate & Girls says:
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 at 8:52 PM
Hi Uncle Clive, Uncle Dave Well done only two days to go, can't believe your actually gonna make it. Sophie says "WOW, thats fantastic, it's great for Dorothy Goodman. Thank you so much did you enjoy it Uncle Clive and Uncle Dave? Your photos are very funny. Where have your fat tummy's gone.Lots of love Sophie!" I say "well done I hope you are enjoying it" "See you soon" Annie xxxxxxxxxxx
Kalpita says:
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 at 9:36 PM
Hi Yogi,
Hope you well. Not too long now, only two more days to go. I hope tomorrow goes well for you. Good Luck. You have done brilliant, just keep going, you will be there before you know it !!!! Aryan is missing you and she can't wait to see you. All family is thinking about you too.
Good Luck to you all guys. Keep going nearly there.
Kalpita xx
Mitesh says:
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 at 9:40 PM
Yogs I'm impressed!
Hope you guys have an easy ride to the finish.
Nick says:
Thursday, July 17th, 2008 at 9:22 AM
Hi Ian,
We are all very impressed with what you have all achieved, only a few more miles to go!
Hope you are all ok.
PS...when you get the pictures on the site Mr. Smurthwaite has asked for a few of the van!!
Myra says:
Thursday, July 17th, 2008 at 12:47 PM
So nearly there. I feel really excited and just wish I could see you all cross the line but must wait for the photo Will watch the television just in case you make the sports report.Hope you all have a safe journey home.All good wishes and WELL DONE
Julie Francks says:
Thursday, July 17th, 2008 at 1:22 PM
Hello boys,
The good news is you've nearly finished. The bad news is only one of you is required for
Beijing. Who's going to be first over the finish line?
Just keep pedalling!
Binney says:
Thursday, July 17th, 2008 at 3:15 PM
Hi Dave,
2 days to go, Well done from everyone at the Warning Zone.
Sarah Taylor says:
Thursday, July 17th, 2008 at 4:38 PM
One to go!!!! Keep it up. And drive safely back - Lance would be proud (the Cyclist not the builder). See you Monday for a fun day in the office!!!! xxxxxx
Davensue says:
Thursday, July 17th, 2008 at 5:05 PM
May the Cheers of a thousand souls (whom you will be helping) carry you to the finish tomorrow. May the sores of a thousand miles go hardly noticed. May the bath, bed (and beer) of home be there to welcome you soon. All the best lads!! Go for it!!! Fantastic!!
Deepa says:
Thursday, July 17th, 2008 at 5:13 PM
Nearly there yogs... 1 more day to go! Well done! Look forward to seeing you when you get back. Good luck for tomorrow.
Aryana says:
Thursday, July 17th, 2008 at 5:24 PM
dad you are doing great.
oxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Kalpita says:
Thursday, July 17th, 2008 at 8:15 PM
Hi Yogi,
I am really pleased that you had good day. Finished in good time. Last day tomorrow !!!
Good luck for finaly day all.
Kalpita x
Darrin Spencer says:
Friday, July 18th, 2008 at 4:40 AM
1 day to go well done to the 3 of you
Bottom Up Boys says:
Friday, July 18th, 2008 at 8:08 AM
Well here we are. The final days ride. Just 53 miles to John O'Groats. JUST !! When we began training over 14 months ago even 10 miles on a bike used to hurt. We will hopefully be able to update the website later on our arrival at John O'Groats. We are aiming and hoping for about a 3pm finish. Thank you all for your comeents. Dave, Clive, Ian & Yogi.
Sarah Taylor says:
Friday, July 18th, 2008 at 10:46 AM
Well - your are top of the map Mr Dave. Well Done from all of us here. We are so proud of your achievement. Now you can say that you have done it!!!! And the boys can say that they have been on a plane - everyone is a winner. See you on Monday.
Sarah
xxxxxx
Sanj & Nimisha says:
Friday, July 18th, 2008 at 11:38 AM
Hi GUYS!
Hope the last day is a smooth ride to the finishing mark. Hope you've enjoyed it! Look forward to seeing the pics.
Nimisha
PS Hope you haven't lost too much weight Yogi!!! (don't worry if you have, some good old home cooking will sort that out) Speak to you soon. Enjoy Scotland.
Awesome achievement guys! Those charities are very fortunate to have your support.
Hba & Act Hinckley says:
Friday, July 18th, 2008 at 2:13 PM
You three intrepid cyclists will probably be approaching the finish in John O Groats by now(2.00pm)! So we think CONGRATULATIONS are in order!!!! very, very well done.
P.S. Thank you to the manager of the web site, a damned good visual story! Time to celebrate in the Bar, with a beer or three and a well earned rest.
Jan, Clare, Karl, Denis, Keith, Craig
The Campions says:
Friday, July 18th, 2008 at 3:54 PM
congratulations to the four peddlars from hinckley an immense effort and i will be toasting your safe return this evening.
dave the paper shop next door to the cross keys is after some extra paperboys so i have put your name forward and if you are lucky they may let you do the marking up as well!
now you can all stop messing about on your extra holiday and get back to work i need 1000 letter heads for monday night and a cushion recovering!
Julie Francks says:
Friday, July 18th, 2008 at 4:33 PM
Are you nearly there yet? Haggis and chips, a wee dram, tizer, put your kilts on and party!
Julie Francks says:
Friday, July 18th, 2008 at 4:38 PM
Iron Brew, not tizer!
Carolyn says:
Friday, July 18th, 2008 at 7:10 PM
well done , I hear you have finished congratulations,what an amazing feeling it must be for you all!! now you can put your feet up!!!!
Neil & Polly says:
Friday, July 18th, 2008 at 7:14 PM
Hi Chaps
Hopefully by now you will have finished and enjoying a welcome pint,well done all of you, a brilliant effort. Put all the drinks on my tab, tell the landlord I'll square up next time I call in. See you soon.
Neil and Polly
Myra says:
Friday, July 18th, 2008 at 7:48 PM
WELL DONE EVERYONE Hope the celebrations go well I will drink a toast to you all this evening and wish you all a safe journey home. Very best wishes from Myra
Moore Family says:
Saturday, July 19th, 2008 at 2:59 PM
WELL DONE
i'm so proud of you dave especially seeing you cross the finishing and standing next to the post.
well done Ian, Clive and Yogi and i cannot for get David!!!!
whats the next challenge?????
Anne Marie
Jeanette says:
Saturday, July 19th, 2008 at 5:28 PM
Fantastic - so glad Tom and I decided to make the effort to be there at the finish, you are all truly stars, (or should that be LEGENDS, Ian?). Tom hadn't intended to join you all on the last day, and I think he might not have gone through with it if he had realised how hard it would be... I still think he should follow in his father's footsteps!!!
It was a priviledge to join you all over the last couple of days and I still find it difficult to quantify just what you have done... but I do know that the efforts you have made over the last 12 months + have more than paid off and you have all made such a difference to so many lives through the charities you have raised funds for.
Hope the journey home is a good one. x
Moore Family says:
Saturday, July 19th, 2008 at 8:20 PM
Well done boys,you were brilliant and David, we are especially proud of you.You have all been magnificent and it was wonderful to see the great team spirit that you all shared.Love M Big thank you to Ian,s dad David who has looked after you throughout the ride. Wouldnt have missed it for the world Love Mum and Dad xx
Jagdish says:
Saturday, July 19th, 2008 at 9:23 PM
Hi you all congrate for the great job.Yogesh we have proud of you. Love rom all of us.
Dad-Mom Vandana-Bhupendra Rachana-Mial Kalpita Shubham-Mahek-Ariyana-Aksharand MOKSH
Oliver says:
Sunday, July 20th, 2008 at 12:02 PM
Well done Dad !! You have made it. I missed you lots and I am glad it is finished so that I can see you again. Oliver xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Maxine says:
Sunday, July 20th, 2008 at 12:16 PM
Well done everyone !! Congratulations. Knew you could all do it. Even Dave !! Just Kidding ... Have had a fantastic 2 weeks whilst you were away. Must do it again soon !!!!! Love Max xxxx
Dave Beasley says:
Sunday, July 20th, 2008 at 7:24 PM
Well we did it and we did it in style...no problems with bikes or bodies so the planning and training paid off...it was great being a part of that BOTTOM UP Train that stormed its way up the country...what a team! Thanks guys for the ride..it was emotional!
Uncle Andrew says:
Sunday, July 20th, 2008 at 10:00 PM
well done david and gang ,lots of mileag out of this one david , i can see you by the fire side telly the grand kids, all about it. there may be a tiger, or a bear in the tale some wear great job , lots of love uncle andrew family xxxxxxxxxx
Leah Arnold says:
Sunday, July 27th, 2008 at 1:33 PM
~*~ WELL DONE GUYS ~*~ knew you could do it!! guess id better stop slating you for your age now eh Ian?? Once again well done to you 3!!! xxxxxxxx
Nicola says:
Monday, July 28th, 2008 at 9:52 PM
Hello Guys, sorry it's a bit late - Well done to all of you, proud of you Dave - what a fantastic achievement. Nicola, Mark and Luke x
Hannah Arnold says:
Friday, February 5th, 2010 at 2:51 PM
HELLO GUYS... SORRY ITS LATE... VERY LATE... 2010, U DID IT IN 2008, U NEED 2 UPDATE THE WEBSITE GUYS... LUV, IANS WONDERFUL DAUGHTER... HANNAH ARNOLD... X
Hannah Arnold says:
Friday, February 5th, 2010 at 2:53 PM
BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPP .... BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPP .... XXXXXX