That was today's target - 50 miles in whatever time it took! I picked the Sustrans Route 5 from Wallingford to Oxford (plus about 5miles on either end for the journey from home), and it was wonderful!
Not too hilly - one or two unduldations to keep me on my toes, but a very pretty (most of the time, sorry Didcot, but you will never be pretty!) ride taking in some lovely countryside and villages and mostly staying off the main roads.
I did it 52.5 miles in just over 5 hours, with about half an hour in total of stoppages (photos, snack stops etc), so probably about 4.5 hrs of cycling time, which I am pretty satisfied with at this stage of the game.
The legs still feel good, but my hands are tired - perhaps need to think about my riding position where they are concerned.
Off to a friend's tonight for some hard earned BBQ & wine!!
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