Sharon and Chris have scratched

Photo: Dan King, Breakaway Digital

We're very sad to report that Sharon and Chris have had to scratch. Sharon has been struggling with health issues which have finally made it impossible to carry on.

Chris sent us this message:

"We made it to Appleby but can go no further, watching Sharon suffer like this is not right. We've had an incredible experience on this ride and have loved and hated the route in equal measure. We met with Ed yesterday and had a good chat about it! Seriously though its spectacular, some of those wild places it took us to were stunning, and it now feels strange returning to civilisation. Thank you all for your amazing support, and good luck to those still riding, and well done Josh.

We'll defo be back next year, with lighter bikes and better gears 😀"

Photo: Dan King, Breakaway Digital

Sharon and Chris put in an incredible ride, battling against constant adversity. Their resolve and attitude have summed up the spirit of the race perfectly and there will be thousands of dotwatchers across the land wondering what to do with themselves now!