Sponsorship?

I did not intended to do the ride for charity for a few reasons. I didn't want to have too much pressure to complete the whole route when there is a possibility that I may get injured or I might just want to change my plan and I want the freedom to do that if I wish. The purpose of the ride is for me to have an adventure and the freedom to go with the flow. Whilst I am publishing this blog and it is open for anyone to view I don't care too much to deliberately seek publicity to maximise the raising of charity funds.

On the other hand it is a great opportunity to raise money for my favourite charity St Mary's Hospice at Ulverston.

So, I'm in two minds over this dilemma. You can't expect a clear decision after all I was a Police Inspector!!

I could raise some money as long as it is clearly understood that any money is raised is not dependant on me getting to any end point of the route. Also, I am funding the whole of my trip and not using any donations to pay for my expenses.

Someone asked me what I was doing about carrying my clothes etc. I replied that I had forgotten to mention that I was doing the cycling naked so I wouldn't need to carry the luggage but no-one would donate any money and they would only donate on the basis that I put some clothes on!!

So, I would welcome anyone's thoughts on this subject (sponsorship, not the nude cycling). Should I do it for charity?