An early start for our 80 miles cycle up to Ogunquit. Packing our bags in the morning, ready to transfer to our next hotel required some serious thought and planning! Will we need to; wear it, carry it, eat it, drink it, pack it, leave it? Travelling light is important but so is having the essential kit.
Having completed the last few miles yesterday at a fast pace, a few of us hinted that we may need a slightly slower pace today to sustain some energy for the latter few miles. However (!), as well as cycling some very scenic coast roads we also cycled long stretches of beautifully smooth, predominantly flat, wide roads enabling us to cycle at our fastest yet group pace. Some of us even managed a peloton for a long stretch before regrouping for a welcome coffee break in Newburyport.
The first puncture of the trip early into the day was dealt with Formula One pit stop style; tyre patched, wheel rim repaired, new inner tube inserted, blown up with CO2 canister in record quick time!
The day was great fun, tiring but exhilarating and we all managed the pace through the entire 80 miles, even with a few hills during the last few miles. Brilliantly led again by Steve – I quite possibly would still be trying to find my way without his great sense of direction.
Part of the enjoyment of the day is the camaraderie, the refreshment stops and stopping to enjoy the views, so overall, another long day in the saddle with a huge sense of satisfaction (and tiredness) prevailing this evening!
A welcome sight when we reached our hotel, a quick change and out to dinner. Wonderfully organised again by Marianne who had enjoyed some time on the beach today with Kate.
Adventures of A Cyclopath 