The Royal Far West Op Shop in Forbes will be the starting point of the two-day charity ride.
On 4 – 5 April, a dedicated group of cyclists from Forbes: Stuart Thomas, Luke Randall, Marco Carelli, and Terry Cuskelly will embark on a nearly 400km journey to the Centre for Country Kids in Manly to raise funds for Royal Far West.
Inspired by Stuart’s daughter, Megan, who is a speech pathologist with Royal Far West, the ride will be held over two days, beginning early on Friday 4 April at the Royal Far West Op Shop in Forbes and finishing at the Royal Far West headquarters in Manly on Saturday night 5 April.
The team is ready to pedal the 400km through various locations, including Mount Canobolas, Bathurst, and Lithgow, before reaching their final destination at Manly. It will be a huge two days of riding with valuable support provided by fellow members of the Forbes Road and Mountain Bike Clubs.
Cheered on by volunteers, and supported by Alison Lynch and Terry Hodges in the support vehicle, the team aims to highlight the work of Royal Far West and raise much-needed funds.
Stuart Thomas said “I have always wanted to do a bike ride to Sydney given I have driven it so many times. So, why not raise some money and awareness, as well and ride some hilly backroads? “I would love it if you could support me to raise money for a great cause, and as many of you know I love a physical challenge!” concluded Thomas.
If you are able to donate please, go to https://give.royalfarwest.org.au/fundraisers/stuartthomas/forbes-to-manly-royalfar-west-ride. Let’s all rally behind the riders and help make a difference in the lives of country kids.