The adventure was then launched. And it was prepared for several months. “”After school, the members of raidingteam came to seek Eloi to train in Mont-Saint-Aubert or Taintignies. We saw them evolve day by day. And five months later, we were at the foot of this mountain. We knew they would get there. Because they have a crazy mind. With family members, also present, they were able to encourage them all along. We stopped every 5 kilometers to bring them strength. The children had made signs. And finally, even the runners and cyclists present encouraged them when no one knew Eloi. It was beautiful“.
Above all a human adventure
On the sporting level, the band of friends beat all the time expected by completing the ascent in 3:30. “It was made in two partsspecifies Vincent. During the first 15-16 kilometers, we felt that we were well prepared. But after the Reynard chalet, it was really complicated. There were only 8-10%slopes. We must have drawn from our resources and go to the mind. The landscapes, lunar but magnificent, also helped us to go to the end. Once at the top, it was a superb moment of emotions! This will remain one of my most beautiful sporting memories for life. In view of all this mutual aid. I really want to thank everyone on the team“.
But more than sport, it is the human side that comes out most after the week spent together. “”We were 37 at the campsite with the families of the runnerstake the mother. And we see that all have created a link with Eloi. However, some did not know the world of disability too much. Now they all have a place in their hearts for him. Thanks to them, Eloi was able to feel a lot. He loves to be in his Joëlette. It groans even when people stop. With this chair, close to the road, he can feel lots of things: speed, wind … He can see the landscapes. Frankly, it makes us hearth to see everything they have achieved for him and for us. This is proof that we should not be afraid to embark on this type of project. It leads to fatigue but you quickly forget it when you live these incredible moments. And we already know that others will follow! I also encourage everyone to get started“.
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