Ed Cox has emailed:

“As you may be aware, this Friday I am off on a not-so-warm-up cycle trip from John O’Groats to Lands End. This will be the prelude to my slightly bigger trip ‘Bristol2Brisbane’, testing all my gear, legs and logistics. I very much hope to use the web/social media to find the odd warm shower and bed for a night. Attached is a map of my route [see right], so if you or you think you might know any one that might be on route and are happy to help a slightly dishevelled cyclist then please do put me in touch or forward this email. I am fully house trained and promise to provide goodies, so even if it’s your Granny or arch-enemy I promise to be polite and not make a mess. If you think you can help or know some one that could would be great to hear from you.”

He sets off for Brisbane incidentally on 19th May 2013. More details on his website.