Days ridden: 3
Miles ridden: 105.1
Average mph: 16.9
I have had three good training rides in wonderful weather this week. The early mornings have been marvellous, warm without being hot, still a wee nip in the air and the countryside looking superb; verdant, radiant and alive with bird song. Makes you feel very glad and grateful to be alive. This is one of the joys of cycling. Mind you, I have always thought that early morning is the best time of the day. It is made better by a clear sky and glowing sun.
The weekend saw most riding activity. I went out for 25 miles on Saturday morning and we then went sailing, finishing a satisfying seventh out of thirteen in our race, in lovely conditions. Then on Sunday it was up early to race on a sparkling sea with just the right amount of wind. We again finished seventh out of a dozen boats enjoying the perfect sailing weather. After a quick drink it was onto the bike for a 65 mile ride back home. It went better than the previous 60 mile ride I did, largely I suspect due to my new rocket-fuel drink. In addition to the grapefruit squash and pinch of natural salt in my drink, I have added some potassium (from Lo-Salt substitute) and some dextrose powder. Seems to keep me going! After about 25 miles I passed two rather professional looking riders out on their Sunday afternoon road ride, which made me feel good about my performance.
Not long to go to the ride now. I have been really bucked by the response to my last e-mailing asking for sponsorship and have now to find some £500 to reach my fundraising target of £7500. It will be marvellous to go to France with the target reached. A very large thank you to all who have so generously contributed to Help for Heroes so far!