Firstly was the slight cross country route to get us to Mortonhampstead before we could pick up the main road the crosses Dartmoor. Some pretty steep hills made themselves known early on as we climbed up to the top of the moor. Fortunately there wasn't much wind today and the sun was out so the exposed position on top of the moor didn't hamper our progress. There were nice fast descents back off the moor and we ended up in the old town of Tavistock where we found a cafe and enjoyed a quick coffee.
Pressing on, we immediately came across the steepest hills of the day which were pretty hard work, before we headed onwards towards Liskeard and a quick lunch break (a proper Cornish pasty from a local bakers!).
By this time there were still hills to be conquered but the worst had past. Instead of the very steep slopes, we were facing longer drags up slightly shallower hills and with the odd opportunity on the flat to increase the speed and get some miles under our belts.
A quick chocolate break in St Austell and we were off again in search of the last town before the campsite - Truro. The roads were pretty busy (there must still be some grockles around Nick) but 86miles later we turned into the campsite.
A very good day, probably the best I've had so far to be honest. Good scenery, some good roads, some tough climbs but the reward was some spectacular descents. I also managed to see the sea for the first time since Lowestoft which was great.
Andy did well. He's not done a ride that long or with hills that tall or steep before but he battled on and did really well. Good stuff mate!
Tomorrow is the day I've been waiting for for so long now. It's the final 60miles to the Lizard Point and then on to Land's End to finally finish this challenge. A pint of Tribute in the pub at Sennen Cove will be in order I think!
Rich
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Good luck with the final leg! You deserve a very well earned pint and rest! Enjoy :-) love Helen, Chris, Danny and Katie xxx
ReplyDeleteI cant believe you finish tomorrow! We hope you have a good final ride, and enjoy that pint :o) Love Rach, Liam and Molly xxx
ReplyDeleteA huge huge well done to both of you, glad u have company again Rich and apologies it is in the form of my sweaty brother :o) All jokes aside I am very proud if you both and hope enjoy your last day and a well deserved pint and perhaps a cream tea :o)
ReplyDeleteLots of love
Lou and Rich
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As I type this, I see the "live tracking Head" has reached Lizard Point. Well Done! As you read this - you will have finished the Challenge.
ReplyDeleteFantastic job - and incredibly impressive fund-raising too.
We're all looking forward to seeing you back in Farnborough. But have a great few days rest and recuperation with Amanda and Kieran first!
All the best
Nick