RAF veteran Luke Delahunty, who was paralysed from the chest down in a road traffic accident in 1996, has planned an epic year of cycling in support of Blesma and The Back-Up Trust.
“After my rehabilitation, Blesma helped me in a number of ways – with grants that made my home life easier and activities such as photography, scuba diving and hand cycling,” said the 49 year old.
“The Back-Up Trust helped me adjust to life as a paraplegic and showed me it was still possible to be active. This year, I aim to give back to the two organisations as they have had a hugely positive impact on me physically, mentally, socially and psychologically.”
Luke has planned six cycling events that will clock up 5,000 miles. His first event will be RideLondon in May, followed by the Race Across America with an all-Blesma team in June. Luke will finish the year cycling from Essex to the Menin Gate in Ypres.
To support Luke, visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/epic-year-of-cyclingfor-two-amazing-charities
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