Some bits that got missed out before - on the miserable day I met quite a lot of cyclists going the other way, and assumed they were End to Enders, though it was not possible to do more than pass with a nod of the head. But yesterday I saw a chap going South and we cheered at each other like long lost friends. He had more luggage than I do, and I thought I had loads.
Also had my Andy Schleck moment, or my 'And Can it Be' moment depending on your preference when I changed gear to go uphill and it fell off. Though I didn't see Andy Schleck get out a packet of wet wipes prior to replacing a mucky chain on a filthy ring (I believe I've covered the issues re mud). I'm so looking forward to taking my bike apart and giving it a really good clean!
Last of all, a little cafe on the Birnam road ( lots of woodland by the way) does really lovely cake.
Till tonight!
Three challenges for my 40th year - an Olympic distance triathlon, a half-marathon run and a bike ride of 1,000-odd miles from Land's End to John o'Groats - all in aid of the Northamptonshire Community Foundation, supporting the Olympic athletes of the future.
With thanks to my late aunt, Jean Abdee, whose legacy has helped make this possible.
Sunday, 12 September 2010
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