Shepperton Lakes (formly Fresh lake) opens on Saturday 28th April due to the recent cold weather… come on in, the water is lovely

Phil, Andy’s brother writes:

One year on and Andy’s road to recovery is truly remarkable and inspirational for us all.

But as his older sibling and one of the first see him after his accident this is especially true for me.

He’s still very much in pain on a daily basis – but never moans! and his upbeat attitude never wavers!

Through this horrendous accident will come so much more, his journey now to promote Road ID and the use of helmets is at the forefront of his agenda.

Im so proud of him.

The interview can be found here.

Last Saturday a number of the Viceroys were present when Project Pink was handed over to Andy in a surprise meet up at his local pub, Andy now takes over the story:

Hi one and all

Well what can I say!

For those of you that thought “he’s gone straight to the bar he’s rude” I truly was oblivious to the fact that you where all there for me and am still today very humbled by the love and support each one of you have shown myself and Charlie.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank each and everyone of you for the gift that I received last night. I am aware that so many of you brought, gave and even laboured over what can only be described as a “one of” “bespoke” “limited addition” Viceroys training bike.

As our Chairman has said, “that’s the best looking turbo bike around” and I can assure you photos will follow as soon as I’m able to throw my leg over the saddle.

A very big thank you to you Mark for not only working tirelessly over the last few months getting the club up and running but for the care and support you have shown me personally and for being the catalyst and mind behind Project Pink, Don’t ever loose that big heart for its that that’s the foundation of what Viceroys and it’s members is about.

My journey continues and every day I’m getting stronger. Many of you know my focus for the future is on what I and we can do as a club for charity especially the Air Ambulance Service and two organisation called James Hora Home and Stevenson House, all three are incredible organisation that are funded by charitable donation so in the future I’m expecting yes expecting us all to “Get Involved”.

Well that’s enough of me taking this as an opportunity to pitch. So it just leaves me to say once again a very very big thank you to you all “my friends” for turning out last night and for making another new chapter in my journey. Believe me your kindness is up there with being nominated as a London 2012 torch bearer, oh I do expect you all to pop along and support me

See you all soon

Andy.x

In summer of 2009 I took part in a relay race at Dorney Lake, with just the one discipline to complete (the run) I found myself eager to learn more. So that was it, signed up for my first Triathlon. Having only ever swam breaststroke at snail’s pace, I knew this would be the toughest discipline, it was a mental battle to get in the water. I immersed myself in books, magazines, personal training and with the support of my family and friends I completed my first Tri (June 2010) not only that I also managed to raise over £2000.00 for two beautiful children Abbie and Christopher both of which lost their lives to cancer (two charities were formed in their name!).

I have always enjoyed the great outdoors and was a devoted member of Hounslow Running Club throughout my school years; I prefer Cross Country and frequent the local woods most weeks. (Some of my true loves have been: Gymnastics, Guides, Pot holing/Caving, Rock Climbing, Duke of Edinburgh, Hounslow RC, skiing, water skiing, sailing, kayaking, horse riding – generally anything that gets the heart racing!!)

Having ‘dipped my toe in’ am excited about setting some personal goals and look forward to meeting like-minded people along the way. Viceroys ticks all the boxes and members have made me feel exceptionally welcome ;0)

Goals: Id like to improve my swimming technique and build confidence while improving bike endurance.

I have for many years been a very keen water skier, skiing on both boat and cable. I have water skied for Team GB in the cable team in slalom, trick and jump. Skiing in Open Nationals, Senior Europeans and World Championships. I am also a very enthusiastic snow skier having done this since childhood.

Just over 2 years ago I decided I needed a new challenge and took up road biking. I cycled Hampton Court to Paris in 2010 and 2011. 525km over 3 days.
Last year I did the tour of Flanders 140km over the pave and the 3 day Alpine Challenge in Annecy. I have joined Viceroys as a keen cyclist looking to improve fitness, get faster and stronger and meet some like minded people to train with. I am this year again doing Flanders at the end of March and climbing in the Alps later this year.

Will I ever do a triathlon, I don’t think so as unable to swim more than a bit of breast stroke, but maybe I would try a small duathlon.

She has also been 5th & 7th at the European Championships. Naturally her Olympic dream is to win gold in the K4 class over 500m (then Mark our chairman, will have to get in a kayak as a bet!) What more motivation can one girl need As our honorary member, the club will be supporting her all the way.

I’m 22, born and bred in Cornwall..moved to Surrey to go to uni at Royal Holloway (studied Geography). Was an avid horse rider when in the Westcountry, substituted this with rowing when went to uni. Raced nationally and internationally. Currently work for GB Rowing as a Talent ID coach for the Paralympic squad. Did a bit of dragon boat racing last year, and raced for the GB Premier Women at the World Championships in Tampa Bay, Florida last summer (4th, 4th 5th). Looking for a new sport after 5 years of rowing, so enjoying triathlon! Raced the London triathlon in 2010, and cycled from Edinburgh to London, and Brussels to London in 2011. LOVE cycling in the sun! Entered the Henley Half Ironman in Sept 2012, so looking forward to training with Viceroys to help me learn the tricks of the trade and go fast! Enjoy training, meeting new people, and having fun while on the move!

“A lifelong sports obsessive, with rugby union and Lake District roots, and now committed Triathlete. Love early mornings, brick, chlorine and my P2. Challenges this year include the Lanzarote Ironman in May, followed by shorter Windsor and London events. Am looking forward to broadening my outlook and pushing my boundaries with the Viceroys and to meeting everyone in due course.”

The question is – is Alex our lucky 50th member?