We made a commitment to get back on schedule by leaving early. Very strong head winds & long climbs through the Scottish Highlands/Border region soon put paid to that plan.
The first four & a half hours saw us cover only 50km's to remote Tibetan monastery in Eskmuirdale the only one of it's kind in UK.(where we should have spent last night)
We finally exited the Highlands through beaut forest scenery emerging at Langholm before undertaking a tortuous ride across hilly terrain towards Hadrian's wall.
Although we again failed to catch up the 30km's we lost at Edinburgh the 122k day equated to 9 hours in the saddle by the time we arrived at Brampton.
A frantic search for accommodation soon found us a room in a pub.I think they saw us coming at £90 a night!
I had just enough energy to eat & then crush.
PS- I'm thankful for all the supportive E mails. They really help keep me going- Will reply when I get time.
In June 2011 I will bike over 2000km's unsupported from John O'Groats to Lands End UK ! My motivation is simple i.e. 1) To undertake a life challenge that is physically and spiritually rewarding 2) Raise funds to help 2 worthy local OZ causes - Painting with Parkinsons & a local 10 year old girl with Autism named Maleah 3) Promote awareness and support for Parkinsons UK ! Any support is greatly welcomed. I hope my journey inspires others !
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