And so it begins…
Train to Wolverhampton was fine, just propped the bike up by the toilet with a strap to secure it. Connection to Leamington Spa had dangly bike spaces which had 2 bikes in. No chance of getting my beast onto the spare hook until they both got off.
Followed the canal for a bit out of Leamington. A bit of mud & a new set of cleats caused a clip less moment, but luckily Nothing Happened.
Off onto the Fosse Way, easy riding, busier than I’d have liked but mostly courteous.
Got to Shipton on Stour & had to buy a phone charging cable in Tesco as I’d packed the wrong one. I’d not really planned a campsite, but decided to head for the C&CC one at Chipping Norton. This meant some small hills, I’ve not done hills (or any riding) for ages & struggled a bit. A visit to the Rollright Stones provided a rest break & some big skies.
I was very slow now & didn’t get to the campsite until after 8 when reception had closed. Found a quiet vacant pitch & settled in. I’ll sort out registration in the morning.
Lamb steaks & a bowl of salad , then a late night shower.
Oh, I dropped my iPhone in the loo as well, but it seems to be ok.