KIMBERLY-CLARK PROFESSIONAL* backs cycling challenge
KIMBERLY-CLARK PROFESSIONAL* is supporting an audacious bid to break the world record for cycling across Europe. Endurance athlete Paul Spencer began his gruelling journey on 12 May, from Europe's most northerly tip, in Norway. He is aiming to finish in 28 days, on 10 June, in Tarifa in Spain - Europe's most southerly point.
Pedalling an average of 160 miles a day, Paul will attempt to obliterate the current record of 39 days, while passing through Finland, Russia, Estonia, Latvia, Poland, Germany and France on the way.
He has dubbd his record attempt the 'Tour d'Europe' and is aiming to raise money for charities Lupus UK and the Lupus Foundation of America, which help sufferers of Lupus, a rare but incurable immune system illness.
Paul is the only cyclist on the trip. He is supported by a driver in a motor home, where he sleeps, and a chef to cook the energy-rich meals he needs to maintain his world record bid.
KIMBERLY-CLARK PROFESSIONAL* has pledged £15,000 in sponsorship and funding towards Paul's Tour d'Europe, and has donated products to help him during his challenge, including wipes, toilet paper and protective glasses.