Here we are again.
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It’s barely been a few weeks since I crossed the finish line at SUPBIKERUN Devon 2025, still buzzing from the effort, the scenery, and that unmistakable blend of exhaustion and elation… and I’ve already gone and hit register for next year.
That’s right — SUPBIKERUN Devon 2026, I’m coming back for round two.
And honestly? I can’t wait.
Looking Back on 2025
SUPBIKERUN Devon 2025 was everything I hoped for — and more than a few things I didn’t expect. The 6km paddleboard was blissfully calm this year, and I was proud to stay upright the entire time.
The 42km bike? Now that was spicy. Hot, hilly, and humbling in equal measure. There were moments my legs were questioning all my life choices — especially climbing those sharp little Devon inclines. And the final 10km trail run was a test of grit, not speed — but that final sprint(ish) down to the finish made every uneven footstep worthwhile.
My finish time? Respectable.
My body? Tired.
My spirit? Fired up.
Because for me, SUPBIKERUN isn’t about the perfect performance — it’s about being out there. Testing myself. Doing something that a few years ago, when I was first diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma, felt completely out of reach.
Why Sign Up Again?
There’s something addictive about this event. The blend of disciplines, the camaraderie, the “oh no what have I done” feeling when the start horn sounds… it all makes for a truly unique day.
But it’s more than the challenge.
Living with an acoustic neuroma means living with daily reminders that my body doesn’t always behave the way it used to. Permanent one-sided hearing loss, relentless tinnitus, they’re my new normal. But out on the water, on the road, and through the trees, I get to redefine what I’m capable of.
SUPBIKERUN gives me back something that no diagnosis could take away: control, confidence, and the courage to keep pushing.
What I’ll Do Differently for 2026
Train with more structure. Last year I juggled training around life, work, family, and fatigue. This time, I’ll give the plan more room to breathe.
Better nutrition. Devon’s hills deserve more than a banana and a handful of jelly babies.
Rest smarter. Living with a brain tumour means pacing matters. I’ll honour the days when rest is more important than mileage.
Supporting BANA UK Again
As before, I’ll be using this race as a platform to raise funds and awareness for BANA UK — the British Acoustic Neuroma Association. They’ve been a quiet but vital source of knowledge, comfort, and connection since my diagnosis, and I’m proud to support their work again.
This condition may be called “benign” on paper, but anyone living with it knows it’s anything but. The physical, emotional, and psychological load is real — and underrepresented. Fundraising through events like this helps shine a light where it’s badly needed.
If you’d like to donate, share, or simply follow along, I’ll leave the link below.
💙 Support the Cause
👉 chasethehare.com/fundraising
Every donation supports people living with acoustic neuromas — just like me.
One Year, One Goal
So here we go again.
One year to train, to prepare, to overthink gear choices, and to romanticise the Devon hills (until I meet them again).
One more chance to prove that living with a condition doesn’t mean giving up the things that make you feel most alive.
And one more unforgettable finish line to chase.
Let’s do this, Devon 2026.
I’ll bring the paddleboard — you bring the weather.
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