Paddy McGuinness has people “lining the streets” for Children in Need

(Picture: BBC) The Radio 2 presenter set off on Radio 2’s Extremely Endurance Cycle Problem this morning (November 11) and shall be trying to cycle 300 miles from Wrexham AFC to Glasgow on a Raleigh Chopper bicycle.

Supporters have been lining the streets because the star left Wrexham, with keen supporters capable of observe Paddy’s journey through a route tracker.

He additionally spoke to Zoe Ball on the Radio 2 Breakfast Present earlier this morning, on the beginning line in Wrexham.

(Picture: BBC) Actor Michael Sheen was amongst these wishing Paddy luck in his problem.

In a voice word he stated : “Good day Paddy, it’s your outdated mate Michael Sheen right here.

“What a incredible factor you’re doing right here. I need to provide you with as a lot help as doable, in order inspiration – I’ll do a motorbike journey as effectively! 

“I’m going to go from this wall right here, all the way in which throughout to that wall over there. If I can do it, *grunts* you are able to do it, mate! 

“Good luck, all one of the best *grunts*! All one of the best!”

(Picture: BBC) Earlier than setting off on his problem, Paddy spoke to Dot Davies and James Williams from BBC Radio Wales about what it was like to coach with Sir Chris Hoy: “It is like being a soccer fan and having a kickabout with Messi.  For those who’re a bicycle owner you’d give your proper arm to coach with him. 

“He is so inspiring he will get me by means of the times once we’re out coaching and he is only a pleasure to be round.”

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He went on to clarify why he selected the chopper bike for his problem: “I may by no means afford one all the time needed one – it is iconic I like the form of it.

“That is going to be the star of the present, youngsters are going to like this, after which the mums and dads can form of have the rose-tinted spectacles on and take themselves again to their very own childhoods.”

(Picture: BBC) Sir Chris additionally left a message for Paddy earlier than his thigh-burning problem saying: “There is no such thing as a doubt this would be the hardest factor that you simply ever do.

“There is not any two methods about it. The subsequent 5 days are going to be gruelling. Hill after hill after hill.

“Paddy you will need to maintain pedalling in your little chopper. This shall be 5 relentless days over brutal terrain however when it will get powerful simply bear in mind why you are doing this.

(Picture: BBC) “You are doing this to encourage the nation. You are doing this for Kids in Want. And we’re all behind you.

“And simply keep in mind that each mile you journey is a mile nearer to getting off that saddle. Paddy you are a hero and no matter occurs we’re so pleased with you. Now: In your bike!”

Those that want to sustain with Paddy’s journey can obtain common updates from BBC Radio 2 about his whereabouts. He’s resulting from be talking to them on the (approx. instances):

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7.45am / 8.15am / 9.15am: Zoe Ball

10.10am / 11.40am / 12.40pm: Vernon Kay

12.30pm: Jeremy Vine present ‘Simply how do you put together for a bodily job on the size of Paddy’s Extremely Endurance Cycle Problem? Dr Sarah Jarvis is right here.

1.40pm: Jeremy Vine present – Welcoming Paddy to the good metropolis of Liverpool.

2.20pm / 3.50pm: Scott Mills

4.30pm / 5.10pm / 6.10pm: Sara Cox  

7.30pm / 7.40pm Jo Whiley, who’ll be talking to Paddy as he will get to his first night time’s cease after Day 1

Radio 2’s Reside Weblog may also be monitoring Paddy’s progress throughout the course of his journey.

To help him donate at www.bbc.co.uk/paddy