Training with sun protection

Apr 24, 2018 | default

After being able to practice in icey, wet and windy conditions, I was able to fill a serious gap in my preparations last weekend by cycling in warm, sunny conditions!

Friends Terry and Julie who Sue and I cycled with in Italy last year, and with whom we will be cycling across France in June came to stay with us in Suffolk and we enjoyed a glorious day cycling the quiet lanes around Bungay.

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We were in touring mode which meant interspersing our ride with stops for a) morning tea and cake, b) lunch, and c) afternoon tea. It’s fabulous way to enjoy Spring – warm breeze, green countryside, and fresh air (aside from the large population of local pigs!

I had been out for a swift 25 mile ride on Friday and Saturday’s 55 mile ride added up to some good training for riding, sun protection and of course self-righteous eating.

Only 11 days now before I fly off to New Orleans. The weather there currently is sunny and around mid 20s Celsius although there are seasonal storms – I have asked for these to be scheduled overnight.

 

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