Training Log Archive: Thraws

Conditions very overcast throughout, and gusty wind from the north, with very heavy rain for about an hour after 25 miles, and rain for half an hour at 50 miles. Some flooding causing reroute round Cocking. Worried about brakes on the big descents in the wet, but apart from being noisy they were fine. Despite all that, absolutely loved this. Enjoyed the big climbs and loved the scenery (again). Bit surprised to find total carnage ascending Butser, but I'd been rejoined by the Short course riders and they were mostly walking. Self timed at 6 mins exactly. May have started a bit quick as I was unwittingly with the Epic 100 riders, but could have managed another 30 miles I reckon. In fact, only regret is that I didn't go for it. Bike was brilliant throughout. Deffo doing this again.

Parkrun first. Ideal conditions too. So disappointed. Still not over cold. Chest tightened at start of second lap and four passed me on the hill. Probably paying the price for doing Windlesham too.

Ready to Wiggle.

Blown home in the damp.

Tailwind home. And warm sun. Lush.

I'll be number 28664 lining up at London next April. Aged 58 years 3 months and 1 week. Hopefully on the green start again.

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Thought I ought to move the car.