The Blesma 100 Bike Ride powered through its ninth annual outing recently, with more than 50 military veterans taking to the roads of North Yorkshire in the name of Blesma.
The riders, featuring Members, injured veterans and serving personnel, enjoyed the camaraderie of the group ride that took in some of the region’s picturesque villages.
It is a reunion of sorts for my regiment, but we attract a wide range of serving and former military personnel who enjoy that feeling of togetherness and shared purpose
“We had an excellent route through stunning countryside in great weather,” said organiser Jonathan Bell, a Blesma Member and ambassador. “It encourages veterans to ride because they are part of a group with shared experiences and values.
“Many of those who rode with us had never been out on a bike before being introduced to the Blesma 100. There is a shorter course of about 50 miles for those who don’t want to do the 100; everyone is welcome and well looked after.”
Each year, the event alternates between fundraising and awareness raising, and Jonathan and the team co-ordinated social media and outreach activities this year to spread the word about Blesma’s work.
“It is a reunion of sorts for my regiment, but we attract a wide range of serving and former military personnel who enjoy that feeling of togetherness and shared purpose,” said Jonathan, who served in the Green Howards.
Jonathan is now planning a special tenth anniversary Blesma 100 for 2025.
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