It’s a week until the start of my London to Paris ride. The training has hit a peak, I’m fitter than I’ve ever been, the weather forecast is good and I’ve achieved my sponsorship target. So nothing ...

Why is this here? Well, The Drum have been kind enough to be a major sponsor of my efforts and in return, I'm to keep you updated with tales of ill-advised lycra, unfortunate rashes, undignified ...