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Fred Rayner

Cycle 300 Miles in June

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Day 22

Wednesday 22nd Jul
Yesterday was a rest and recuperation day. Today I did my familiar 22 mile circuit to Woolsery to Welcombe via Biteford in much cooler conditions.
I’m now planning to increase my target to 603 miles which according to Wikipedia is the straight line distance between John O’Groats and Land’s End.

Day 20 - Total mileage now stands at 385

Monday 20th Jul
Not taking for granted the run of good weather I was out today to maintain my daily mileage target. It's normally pretty unsettled in this part of North Devon in July; it's with trepidation that I check the forecast and any rain always catches this part of the coast.
This morning's ride was to the top of Bursdon moor, then back to Cranham and Tosberry multiple times to add another 15 miles to my usual 10 mile circuit. 

25 miles today

Sunday 19th Jul
Today's conditions were much cooler with a stronger headwind at more exposed sections; it's nice to have the breeze although it can halve me speed at times.
My ride started later than usual missing the usual sounds of dawn chorus. By the time I reached the top of Bursdon Moor there were numerous Skylark, Stonechat and a number of Grasshopper Warbler calling which is always nice to hear. Thanks to the tractor & milk driver for stopping to let me pass at tricky sections of road.
From the high point of Bursdon, it was a quick dash along the A39 before returning to single track roads through Hartland Forest, Woolsery, and Biteford. Then cutting cross country before picking up the road to Meddon.
I came across an adult hare on-route that ran ahead of me for some distance. They would have won any race with a top speed is 35mph compared to my 32mph; and that's going downhill with a following wind!
Finally across the A39 down through Welcombe with a nice view out towards the Atlantic heading down a 20% hill before heading home.



Day 18

Saturday 18th Jul
The best thing about early morning cycles is that it's dead quiet; more so at the weekend. The first car that passed me was an hour into the ride which involved dismounting and breathing in since the single track roads in these parts can be pretty narrow with the added hazard of long bramble stems. Today I managed 32.7 miles covering a broad circuit of mostly single track roads from home, over Bursdon Moor, then to Woolsey, an unexpected detour (a rare navigation error) via Putford, onwards to Bradworthy for a brief pitshop. Then North to Meddon, Welcombe and back home before it started to become too hot. 

I've done it!

Friday 17th Jul
I managed my longest ride to date of 30.3 miles before work and have just reached my target. It was just as well my started early as it's getting pretty hot out there. My target has now been increased to 400 miles.

Belated Prostate Cancer Research Cycle 300 miles in June challenge

Friday 10th Jul
Thank you for checking my fundraising page, I just happened to see this challenge advertised and decided to take part since I know of many people who have been diagnosed with Prostate Cancer.

The sharp eyed will notice that it's not June! The combination of being away from home for a long weekend whilst my bike was being serviced and some unseasonal wet and windy weather meant I decided to postpone until July.

I keep fit by cycling a 10 mile circuit every morning and hope that attempting 300 miles in a month will be achievable considering the unpredictable North Devon weather.

If you can support me during this challenge by making a small donation to Prostate Cancer Research through my fundraiser page it will make a big difference to finding a cure; more effective treatment; improved tests for the detection of the condition and to support families who have been affected by this disease.

Thank you for your support! 💙🧡

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