Busy bank holiday weekend so far for us - Saturday we had a look up to the car show at Ushaw College for a walk around the cars, motorbikes and stalls. Then yesterday we had a look through to Seaburn for a walk up and down the sea front and then some shopping at Morrisons. The wind was a killer it but did not stop me from getting my ice cream!
Today the forecast was for the wind to die down from 45mph to around 30mph and dry up to dinnertime. So I was up and out around 6.30am for a local ride on my Trek Marlin + e mtb hardtail. On the way through the estate towards the red brick railway bridge there was a very young deer walking around right next to the road. It was my usual loop but took in Houghall woods as they are bone dry and managed to ride right up the central gulley track that is normally knee deep in mud. There was a few others out early but not that many so was a very pleasant ride. The sun was mainly out and the wind had died down a little from yesterday. It was not that warm around 8 to 12 degrees and I had my 3/4 bib tights, long sleeved jersey and windproof gilet on. All in just over 18.5 miles in 1hr 33min with 1000ft of climbing. Below are a few snaps from the ride, enjoy and hopefully more soon inc some Restrap Fresh Goodies!
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