Very tough to get out of the sleeping bag today and although getting used to the routine our first 30 miles today were virtually in silence - I think we were all a bit grumpy and me in particular as my left knee is very sore. With a short 91 miles today with a big lump through the Forest of Dean and some ibuprofen cream on my knees we tried to take it easy as the last mile was a steep up into Bath and another race course. We were very lucky with the weather, we dressed for the forecasted wet ride but other than a few spots at the end we managed to beat it before the heavens opened this evening. Final average speed just 13.9mph - slow but taking it easy is wise. At our briefing last night we were advised that the first 7 days are training for the last 2 which are very tough. After a quick massage we went for dinner and Mark Foster (Olympic Swimmer) gave a bit of a which was amusing. I'm now off to the physio to get strapped up. 750 miles complete, last Saturday seems so long ago, just 250 miles to go :-) J
Andrew (Gybe), Jason and Jeroen are challenging themselves and mid-life to the max by cycling from John O'Groats to Land's End from 11th June to 20th June. ( http://www.rideacrossbritain.com/) A grueling 1000 miles over nine days, there will be no soft beds with en-suites to nurse aching muscles but sleeping bags and canvas! You can sponsor us on http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/the3rustygears. Thanks
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