{"id":4714,"date":"2024-10-21T14:27:19","date_gmt":"2024-10-21T13:27:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/?p=4714"},"modified":"2024-10-23T15:32:56","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T14:32:56","slug":"ride-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/ride-report\/","title":{"rendered":"IWAN&#8217;S RIDE REPORT: &#8220;HOW A HELMET SAVED MY LIFE&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/09\/blog-images-2024-09-30T131817.490-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/09\/blog-images-2024-09-30T131817.490-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/09\/blog-images-2024-09-30T131817.490-1-300x180.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-66da4163b9999dda7d8a94fcd945400e\">Iwan&#8217;s Ride Report: &#8220;How a Helmet Saved My Life&#8230;&#8221;  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-8fcae4cd2551b0b4e024f7a0f18d0990\">In his ride report for the <em>Ride With Wiggins<\/em> event, Team PAU rider Iwan reflects on an exciting day where cyclists embarked on a 50-mile ride alongside Olympic champion Bradley Wiggins, starting at Sandon Hall. The day included an inspiring talk on cancer awareness, a thrilling ride, and a dramatic crash that underscored the importance of safety gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-f07f0b4d58bdecd3a05e3f5f4cf1e1e4\"><strong>Read on for Iwan&#8217;s full account of the experience.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-02b0f4a65c86c99e76c5a5ad4b046b17\" style=\"font-size:25px\">IWAN&#8217;S RIDE REPORT: RIDE WITH WIGGINS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-002726cfb62d721c91014c2b2d36cf73\" style=\"color:#da8529;font-size:25px\">Pre-Ride Briefing: The Excitement Begins!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-19-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4716\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-19-1.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-19-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-19-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-19-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-19-1-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-57f170b0ab2f6aa4eefb1033f7a11453\" style=\"font-size:20px\">The day started at the magnificent Sandon Hall where everyone gathered before the start of the 50-mile ride around Staffordshire. The prospect of being able to ride with an Olympic champion and a Tour de France winner was really exciting so despite the fairly chilly weather I was in good spirits. Before the ride began we all gathered in the Hall to discuss the plan for the day. We also had the chance to hear from Kevin Griffiths about his Charity, <a href=\"https:\/\/cancermyarse.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Cancer my Arse<\/span><\/strong><\/a>, which the ride was raising money for. Kevin&#8217;s story was very moving and definitely emphasised the importance of cancer awareness and the need for further research to help those suffering. I would encourage anyone reading this to check out Kevin&#8217;s website and to attempt the challenge \u201conce you sit that\u2019s it\u201d&nbsp; which involves riding a bike out of the saddle for as long as you can to raise some money and awareness for a great cause.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"354\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/09\/Ride-with-Wiggins-event-1024x354.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4436\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/09\/Ride-with-Wiggins-event-1024x354.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/09\/Ride-with-Wiggins-event-300x104.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/09\/Ride-with-Wiggins-event-768x266.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/09\/Ride-with-Wiggins-event.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Z70 PHOTOGRAPHY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-38cf95524d434ab77680263023b6baa0\" style=\"color:#da8529;font-size:25px\">And We&#8217;re Off: The Sportive Begins!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-31-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-31-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-31-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-31-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-31-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-31-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bb011f7eb01bd343022784813053a6d5\" style=\"font-size:20px\">We all then went outside to take a group photo outside of the hall. It was great to see a load of people ready to go for a ride as it\u2019s always great to see all sorts of people cycling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5efb5a669c2cd445cac3693dbe64fbc3\" style=\"font-size:20px\">After the photo we all rolled out. I found myself in the group with Wiggo so I was pretty chuffed. It was great to have a brief chat with someone I&#8217;d grown up watching on the TV. There was a good mix of people in the group and it was a good laugh as we navigated the earliest few miles at a good pace. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-543efef19d9b0133195cde164369af13\" style=\"font-size:20px\">Despite racing the prior day I was feeling pretty good and was looking forward to riding the 50-mile course.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-297ae7fac7b1688ae68f7dde1c824dc5\" style=\"color:#da8529;font-size:25px\">A Sudden Crash: An Unexpected Turn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/IWAN-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4719\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/IWAN-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/IWAN-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/IWAN-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/IWAN-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/IWAN.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> Gary Main Photography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0e48560984d7868d42e889e46d996f10\" style=\"font-size:20px\">After a bit of riding we turned onto the lanes which were slightly tricky after the rainfall that had occurred the past few days. Suddenly I hit some gravel and a loose bidon and did a <strong>somersault over my bars and landed in a bush<\/strong> in quite dramatic fashion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-194dda0f98b3caed66537450277cf168\" style=\"font-size:20px\">It was one of the worst falls I&#8217;ve had but luckily one of our group was a doctor so he waited with me and made sure I was alright before the paramedic arrived. My Dad who was also on the ride then took me to hospital where I was checked out and luckily I escaped with only some nasty cuts, hurt pride, and a bashed up <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pau.co.uk\/poc\/instock\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">POC helmet<\/span><\/strong><\/a>, which saved my life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dde31373d615681bc3a6cdbb7dfddb4d\" style=\"color:#da8529;font-size:25px\">Recovery and Reflection: A Lesson in Safety<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-33-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-33-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-33-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-33-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-33-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-33.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Iwan&#8217;s POC Helmet after the crash.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a174d32c8150eba5a15da207d82d0bfb\" style=\"font-size:20px\">After I&#8217;d been fully checked over and had chance to calm down from the shock of it all, I went back to Sandon Hall to pick up my Auntie who\u2019d finished the ride. It was great to see that, other than myself, everyone else had finished and were all in good spirits. I took advantage of the food that was on offer at the hall and then took my bike back to the shop to get the parts needed to fix it. I\u2019d like to thank Mark and Lukah at PAU for sorting the bike out for me. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ae6dca546626fc089035a9f91bdac5e6\" style=\"font-size:20px\">The biggest lesson from the crash was just how vital helmets are. My helmet took a massive hit when I landed on my head, and without it, the outcome could have been much worse. Investing in a quality helmet is crucial &#8211; it\u2019s a piece of gear that can truly save your life, just like it did for me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-007aafcc2c9b2e1b0a5bb31e257f1b33\" style=\"font-size:20px\">I&#8217;d like to send out a big thank you to everyone who asked if I was alright and checked in on me during the course of the week and also to PAU for providing me with a new helmet and for fixing up my bike for me.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-95c2b448b5ace4ad41cfddf22e340426\" style=\"color:#da8529;font-size:25px\">Finding Joy in Every Mile<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-34-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4764\" style=\"width:416px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-34-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-34-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-34-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-34-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/10\/Social-New-May-24-34-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Felix, Iwan ad Sion From Team PAU 2024.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-e1263e2cd8e4476c95d5caaaaff2d2c0\">As I reflect on this incredible experience, I\u2019m reminded of why I love riding my bike. The thrill of the ride, the challenges we face, and the amazing community that make every moment worthwhile. Despite the ups and downs, I wouldn&#8217;t trade this journey for anything. I\u2019ve absolutely loved being a part of Team PAU, and I can&#8217;t wait for more adventures on two wheels!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><a href=\"pau.co.uk\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/01\/trenthamstore.jpg\" alt=\"PAU Shoe Store in Trentham\" class=\"wp-image-1853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/01\/trenthamstore.jpg 500w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/peak\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/122\/2024\/01\/trenthamstore-300x180.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-22d6caa4c25acd32518c85e6dd750d9a\">GET KITTED OUT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-cd6ca1fafc0194f0e18988565ff4b3db\">We offer a wide selection of bikes, protective gear, lights, and accessories to suit cyclists of all levels. Iwan\u2019s experience during the <em>Ride With Wiggins<\/em> is a reminder of how essential it is to have the right equipment &#8211; especially a quality helmet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-e0eb4745ce89f7e1aaca44c61607ee22\" style=\"color:#da8529\">Right now, for a limited time, enjoy up to <strong>30% OFF helmets<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-60fa670244556cbe5d62844e365047e4\">Make sure you\u2019re fully prepared for your next ride, whether you&#8217;re hitting the trails or the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div style=\"gap: 20px;\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" 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