After initially struggling to get to sleep I eventually drifted off after midnight and woke around 6.30am. I just lay on the bed drifting on and off until 8.30am when I decided I needed to get up. I wasn’t sure where I was going to get breakfast from. Googling offered up some options but they … Continue reading Babbacombe Day 3
After yesterdays baking I was genuinely a bit nervous if I could take another heat fest like that today. My room last night was an inferno. I got back from walking around housing estates looking for the co-op and water to literally drip when I got in my room. It was insane. After writing my … Continue reading Babbacombe Day 2
After yesterdays baking I was genuinely a bit nervous if I could take another heat fest like that today. My room last night was an inferno. I got back from walking around housing estates looking for the co-op and water to literally drip when I got in my room. It was insane. After writing my … Continue reading Babbacombe Day 2
First day on the road to Babbacombe today. A 118km pootle down to Dursley for the night. I was pleased the forecast delivered but I was in for a tough day. Just one pannier bag needed. These Ortlieb panniers are cavernous. I started just after Noon, check in wasn’t till after 5pm so I gave … Continue reading Babbacombe Day 1
In three days I begin my 3 day 190 mile ride to Torquay or Babbacombe Downs specifically. I’m looking forward to my little mini-tour. The weather looks like it’s picked up for the week but my fitness has took a dip. The last two weeks have been a bit busier than I like for me … Continue reading Countdown to the Downs
This past week I’ve been wishing I was back in Aberfoyle, Scotland like I was a year ago. The Facebook memories of the stunning scenery and the warm weather have been a reminder of what I’m missing. What a place to ride a bike. I said to myself last year I’d try and do something … Continue reading Down to the Downs Again
