Well, after having to go to Halifax last week, I felt guilty about the fact that I would be leaving the buike behind. Staying down for the weekend, and knowing that it would be an early finish Thursday, decided that a ride was the perfect way to finish the day.
With 24 degrees that day, I knew drink was the most important. So changed at my Mums and got the stuff together and off. Took a route out from Chorley down to Euxton and then along to Standish and Worthington. As I knew my brother goes to work on his bike, decided to wait the 10 minutes and ride home with him. 13 miles down at that point. And more importantly, some good climbs.
After chatting at my brothers for 1/4 hour or so, I got on my way and headed out of Chorley again in the opposite direction towards Bolton. Took a route out over Rivington into Horwich and then to outskirts of Bolton. This takes in probably one of the best dragging hills anywhere. 6 - 7% for approx 2 miles but busy.
From bottom of there headed out to Westhoughton and another good climb, before heading back to Chorley via Coppull. that is where I grew up and was good to cycle round there for the first time in approx 27 years. Much quicker too these days coem to think of it.
Finished up back at Mothers at a final 42.7 miles in 2 hr 42 mins. Just 15.5 mph, but not surpising with the climbs. Some only short but a test.
Had no other mishaps like Bob and punctures, but a pleasant ride. The main event for me was on Monday when I managed to find a shop which would repair spokes (well replace). Nice chap in Green Machine in Horwich. Thanks for your quick turnaround on that job, much appreciated.
Back home now and gonna go and cut my grass.
Cheers
Hindo
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