Day Six - Paknamlangsuan to Surat Thani - 144kms!

We smashed 144kms today, made no easier by heavy downpours, mud, humidity, hills and long straights. Everyone did really well, no one complained but how could you with Mae Thiew’s relentless positivity. “Strong legs, strong heart!”

We rode into the hotel tonight with Mae Thiew leading most of the team in and being greeted by some of the gorgeous Home Hug kids who were here to meet us. They had travelled all the way from Yasathon and the noise was deafening as Mae Thiew cycled in. I was so overwhelmed to see such their excitement and smiling faces when their dedicated Mum rode in to join them. There were tears from most of us, witnessing love on such a pure and heart-warming level.

 Riding with this inspirational and amazing lady has been a highlight of my ride this year and is a memory that I will carry with me forever wherever I go. I know how tired many of the riders felt today but for her to endure it all whilst dealing with terminal cancer with the grace, courage and determination that she does, is something really truly remarkable to share.

This is why we do what we do with Hands.