Albert Adventure 'cont'

11th November 07

Today I took the AA for a very short ride up my avenue. Wow.

I seem to be using the Wow factor a lot with this AA and this is no exception. Just in the few yards I tried the AA at full speed I was, well, Wowed. The turn of speed was not only a bit scary at first, but was quite thrilling at the same time.

After only these few yards I am sure that if I choose the AA for the E2E challenge, then 40 miles per day is within easy reach. How will I feel with the Q6000? Tom from Scootamart is providing me with the trial run in that.

I hope by the end of next week I will be able to announce my chosen power wheelchair, then Arthritis Care and myself, with help from Jack Adams when need, can get on with the launch of the challenge.

If I have anymore news on my trial run with the AA I will report back.

1430 Monday

Had a good conversation with Alton Aids this lunchtime. It appears that the AA comes with tilting seat as an extra, they seem to do all the adaptaions I require except the lighted colum and something I have not asked for, a mileometer. I am sure that the Q6000 has one. Talking of which, no news on the Prides Q6000 trial yet, but early days.

In my emails was a email from Gill Laidler who writes, quote " am volunteer development manager for North England, based in Wakefield. I would like to assist you on your journey through the north Manchester/Cumbria, with publicity, branch contacts etc etc if you would allow me. I can also assist with publicity for you." unquote.

May I just say thanks to Arthritis Care UK Office for getting the word out and for Gill acting so quickly to respond.