Exhausting 100 Mile Training Weekend

Wow, a very tough weekend cycling 50 miles each day in the rain and driving wind.  On Saturday I cycled from our house to our friends (Karen, Nick, Georgia, Holly and Rhianna) in Desford for lunch.  Before arriving I took  a 10 mile detour around Thornton reservoir when the heavens opened and I was soaked to the skin.  That was a mistake!

Preparing to leave home for the first 50 miles 

We had a great lunch and it was excellent catching up before setting off for the short 5 miles to Mum and Dad's in Groby, north west Leicestershire.  

A hot bath was a great relief (but don't think there will be any of those in Ghana!) before dinner at a new Italian restaurant in Anstey which has excellent and good refuelling - especially after burning over  3,000 calories on the ride.

Slept like a log and after a great home made breakfast set off on the return journey.

Leaving Mum and Dad's on Sunday Morning

Stopped at Meriden (middle of England) for a short lunch break and a bite to eat with Jill and Elise in the recovery vehicle.   Took some pictures of the cross marking the middle of England and the monument to the cyclists who lost their likes in the second world war.

Monument to World War II Cyclists

 Centre of England information on the cross marking the middle of England

The cross marking the middle of England.

Took another detour on the way home to ensure I did 50 miles but not so picturesque this time travelling on main roads.

A great ride and training session with thankfully no punctures or problems and all kit worked well.

Thanks to the Turner Family, Mum and Dad and Jill and Elise for their kind hospitality and support!!!