Neil has had the best week, having had the van serviced. For the rest of us, with Christmas parties and year-end closings fast approaching, training has been mixed.

Seb continues to "fuel" and while last night's visit to MacDonalds after the pub left him feeling guilty, he is today feeling full of energy and ready to take on another 15 minutes on the bike at level 8.

John P "enjoyed" a 30 minute calf massage on Wednesday and now considers the cramp issue to be resolved.

Rhys proudly claimed the team's first training injury after trying to do all his week's training on Saturday morning (see photo below).

Pat has been holidaying in Sri Lanka.

Giles and Will have been in a four day closing together.

Leon is skiing.

Angus has desparately been trying to get the rest of the team to take the cycling seriously.

Steve has been in the gym unlike everyone else.

No-one knows where John D is.

There is a feeling of crisis in the camp...