Wick - John O Groats - Thurso - Melvich - Helmsdale (95 miles)
Despite the almost constant heavy grey cloud and fine rain (yes, it was 'that fine rain' that gets you really wet!), it was a fantastic day. Somehow it seems appropriate to experience this bleak and windswept landscape in less than ideal weather conditions, as it is part of what has made it the way it is. I have not visited this part of the country before and am struck by both the harshness of it's geography and the warmth of it's people.
This will probably be the longest ride of this trip and I am tired but very satisfied.
Despite the almost constant heavy grey cloud and fine rain (yes, it was 'that fine rain' that gets you really wet!), it was a fantastic day. Somehow it seems appropriate to experience this bleak and windswept landscape in less than ideal weather conditions, as it is part of what has made it the way it is. I have not visited this part of the country before and am struck by both the harshness of it's geography and the warmth of it's people.
This will probably be the longest ride of this trip and I am tired but very satisfied.
2 comments:
There's probably a Scottish word for that drizzle - dreich, you can try it out on the sheep. Weather in Edinburgh is sunny clouds and the occasional proper shower and a bit windy. Well done!
and i thought i was a nutter for doing the sheffield half marathon
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