When my boss suggested that our team(Simon A, Simon M, Stefano, Prabinder – Not really a team member, Keith and Tel – SA Mate) should go on a cycle ride to the Isle of Wight (about 60 miles), I though sure I’ll come it will be easy! This was after I suggested that we should do the Welsh Cycle Route (North to South). Now after completing my first training cycle, I’m glad it’s only the Isle of Wight !!! My first training cycle was 12.11 miles around where I live (Stevenage / Letchworth) and took me 56:17 mins which is an average of 4:39 a Mile. My learning from the cycle is as follows:
- My arse feels like it’s been in a round with Mike Tyson.
- I am not fit!!!
- Don’t leave me to do the pace making as I died over the last 3 miles.
- People to drive cars think they can overtake on blind corners.
- Don’t eat a cheese sandwich as I now feel physically sick.
- Close my mouth when cycling as I catch far too many fly’s in my mouth.
I will keep you all informed of my training as it gets closer to the trip (20th of Oct). Not actually sure how a pissup to Marsaille is going to help ?
