Potchefstroom cyclist and cycle shop owner, Shaun Leach, will take part in a special 2 600 kilometer cycle journey from Beitbridge to Blouberg in support of PAWS Haven.

This project and journey called “All 4 PAWS” will see Shaun go from north to south across South Africa on his bicycle to raise funds for food, medical care and winter goods for the four-legged friends at PAWS Haven.

Shaun will start on Saturday, March 21 from Beitbridge at the Zimbabwe border and will cycle with a friend to Potchefstroom, before going down south unassisted. Shaun will average more than 200km per day during the 10-day cycle journey. Shaun had previously completed cycle journey for similar causes and is well aware of the challenge that lies ahead.

“I wanted to do something really challenging this time around. PAWS (Haven) has a very special place in my heart. My dog, Jemma (Border Collie) needed a blood transfusion when she was younger and PAWS really helped out. I have a soft spot for the animals at PAWS and I always try to assist as much as I can,” added Shaun.

According to Shaun the aim of the cycle journey is not only to raise, but also to create awareness.

“People can assist by donating food and also lessening the load on PAWS. They really go the extra mile for the animals, who would have no place to go otherwise.”

Potchefstroomers can follow Shaun’s journey live via Facebook, Instagram as well as a WhatsApp group. Daily updates will be added and fellow riders can join Shaun at various locations on his journey.

The route is as follows:

• 21 March: Beitbridge (start)
• 22 March: Vivo Lodge
• 23 March: Mookgopong
• 24 March: Brits
• 25 March: Potchefstroom
• 26 March: Bloemhof:
• 27 March: Kimberley
• 28 March: Vanderkloof Dam
• 29 March: De Aar
• 30 March: Loxton
• 31 March: Sutherland
• 1 April: Ceres to Blouberg (Finish)

Donated items can be dropped off at Le Tour Cycles before and during his journey.