Last Sunday I got 15 miles under the belt. Managed to find a relatively flat route and got an average of 14.9 mph. I'm trying to ride easily at the moment - rather than push for an average speed - so I was pleased with this and it restored some hope that I can build up to the 100 and finish it before darkness.
A tough week at work meant no cycling until a Friday 5 mile trip at lunch time. 12.3 average (it really is hilly!) was better than previous week and again this was not through a concerted effort.
Coming into the weekend I have a couple of 10 mile rides planned.
As I'm currently cycling in baggy tracksuit bottoms and 4 layers of normal clothing on top, I've decided not to wait any longer before getting some proper gear. If only to get padded shorts - the 15 mile trip suggested much further would have become sore!
With 3 months to go, I'm pleased to have got started as planned - got 2 others to join the trip which has made it real and I somehow feel on track even though I've got to get from 15 miles to 100.
It will be interesting to see whether I'm delusional. Time will tell.
Brendan
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