Max Termini completes epic North Cape 4000 for SSAFA

22 August 2024

Max Termini, a 41-year-old leading hand in the Royal Navy, has successfully completed the gruelling 4,000-kilometre North Cape 4000 cycling challenge, raising vital funds for SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity. Setting off from Italy on 20 July, Max’s incredible journey concluded on 10 August, when he reached the North Cape in Norway

Originally from Stockton-on-Tees and now stationed in Cyprus, Max has long had a passion for cycling, though his experience was mainly with mountain biking. "I’ve always been into cycling, but I only recently shifted to road biking after moving to Cyprus," Max commented "The Cypriot roads were the perfect training ground for this adventure."

Max's decision to embark on the North Cape 4000 was driven by his love of travel and cycling, along with a deep desire to give back to SSAFA. "It started as a bit of a midlife crisis," Max said "but I thought, why not combine my love for travel and cycling with raising money for a charity that’s close to my heart?"

SSAFA’s support has been a constant in Max’s life. While he worked for NAAFI in Germany, the charity provided crucial assistance to him and his family. His father-in-law also dedicated 20 years to SSAFA. "They’ve done so much for families like mine," Max explained. "This ride was my way of saying thank you."

The North Cape 4000 posed significant challenges, from navigating diverse terrains to managing the logistics of a self-supported ride. "The hills were tough, especially since I’m used to flat roads, and the long hours in the saddle were demanding," Max commented "But the opportunity to explore new countries and take on such a unique challenge made it all worth it."