From a personal perspective, day 3 started really nicely as my good friend George (see most of the previous blogs) came to see us off. Given that he had come from London that morning - his commitment was impressive and most welcome!
The first two days are notoriously hilly, so we left the overcast city of Bath looking forward to a dry and flatter day. The scenery was stunning. In total we passed through 6 counties (Somerset, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Monmouthshire, Herefordshire and Shropshire) and 2 countries (England and Wales). Highlights were was passing through Castle Coombe, the Wye Valley and riding across the Severn Bridge.
All the group are still in good spirits and riding strongly. At times it felt like we were riding fast and as a unit, each taking turns to cycle at the front - where it is harder as you are the first to hit the wind, and the others can draft behind you. I thought that this is what a cycling team must feel like - granted, a mediocre cycling team, but we can dream! Also note to self, a cycling team would not stop 10 miles before the end and have a pint. Instead of flying through the last part of the day, the alcohol made it a real slog, so we were pleased to make it to Ludlow, even if the hotel was rubbish. Another note to self, Travelodge is so much worse than Premier Inn (don't worry, we will stay classy!)
On day 3 there were still misdemeanours to warrant a fine.
Graham - wearing arm warmers that still exposed the top of his arm, and having a clear chain grease tattoo on his leg (he was dressed appropriately for breakfast however as we can all agree that no one likes seeing MAMILs whilst eating!)
Cormac - far less faffing today, but still the last to get ready
Azon - filthy and fraying bar tape and initially we praised him for his surgical application of his chamois cream, however the tell-tail white smear marks made an appearance all over his shorts after lunch.
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| Early start out of Bath for Graham & Cormac |
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| Graham crossing the Severn Bridge |
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| the team in Wales |
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| Not the most aero team formation from Castle Coombe |
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| A quick team rest |
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| Cormac and Graham in action |
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| Yes, Robin comfortably beat Willis up the hill (but who took the photo?) |
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| The Wye Valley |
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