16th June 2012, Alison's Diary

Post Training Optimism

Alison's response:

Just back from my three hour training session on how to cycle my bike in traffic. I'm tired, but I enjoyed it. All set now for cycling to and from work all of next week!!

Alison keeps a hold on her bike as she seems to wonder why Anna is looking so relaxed,
 as they wait for their Bikes to be checked by the Shaky Bridge.



Alison keeps within the obstacles.



All that focused concentration paid off as Alison successfully completes her first test.

15th June, 2012: Alison's Diary

Why Don't You Cycle Regularly Already?:

According to Alison:

I don't cycle regularly now because, put quite simply, I am very lazy that way. My car is just outside the door waiting for me and keeps me dry in the rain . I would love to be able to cycle to work everyday, for example, but I have reservations about the state I will be in when I get there .


I do go on the odd bike ride of a weekend with my husband, Ger, and always enjoy it very much. We usually would cycle about 20km and I find the cycle paths and special designated cycle ways really great. Saying that, when I say the odd weekend, I mean about three in the year...

(Image by Eric Hanson for the back page column of Macalester College Magazine, posted on http://www.theispot.com/whatsnew/2011/8/eric-hanson-bike-or-car.htm)

Why Take Part in Operation Transportation?:

According to Alison:

I decided to participate in Operation Transportation after much bugging, prodding and encouragement from my husband, Ger O'Leary. (No point in lying to you! )


In a previous life, (the 80's and 90's), I cycled everywhere, due to the lack of a car. It was my only mode of transport and yes, most of the time, I did enjoy it.


I am going to use this opportunity to cycle more. I am going to attempt to cycle to and from work every day of this challenge and see how I get on.
I aslo hope to raise money for the ISPCC. So if you want to sponsor me let me know!!

You can also donate to the ISPCC here: http://www.ispcc.ie/fundraising/other-ways-to-support/221

So...How fit are you?:

According to Alison:

" I had my fitness test today at UCC Mardyke. Lets just say I am not that fit....Now I have three hours of cycling training lined up for tomorrow morning.

What the hell can they be teaching us that is going to take three hours???"
Extracts above are from: http://www.facebook.com/OperationTransportation#!/alison.oleary.37