Day 6

A day of rest today... staying in Casita Alta in Monmouth, the loveliest people you could hope to encounter on such a journey. They took pity on me last night & fed me so I didn't have to go foraging! Have decided that, as I'm not an amatuer cyclist & therefore haven't got the required level of fitness, I'm giving my body a day off. Had said I would do this if necessary & I think it's needed if I'm to get to the end. I know I keep repeating myself but the extra weight on the bike makes a huge difference.

The mileage was due to start ramping up as well, to get to an average of around 60miles a day despite a slow start in the Cornish hills, with the whole trip taking 16 days. I will need to revise this, think I will need at least one other day off (Monaco Grand Prix!!!) & some of the daily mileages I had hoped to achieve may be looking a little ambitious.

Still well on track for doing it within 21 days however, assuming I don't break anything! I have to say thanks for all the well-wishing texts, it's very encouraging to get them & to know I'm not doing this alone. Keep it coming....

That's me over & out until I next get the opportunity to post; going to wander in to Monmouth, find the library & a good book & while away the time gently!

Cheers,

Fred.