Set out from Newquay under grey skies following the Atlantic coast north to Padstow. More hills (some 17-18% grade). Lance, I ain't!At Padstow, I picked up the Camel Trail along the Camel River inland (east) for about 6 miles. Back on paved road at Wadebridge, I headed northeast toward St Mabyn, St Tudy and Camelford - much of it single track lanes between hedgerows. Oh, and more hills - same sort of grade! Makes for interesting riding when all one wants to do is keep the damn pedals spinning and the approaching car wants only to get past!
Spent a few hours riding through thick coastal mist on 2-lane highway from Camelford into Trewen. Lit up all the flashing lights on front and rear and wearing every bit of yellow clothing I had with me. Bit of white knuckle riding!
Finally made it to Launceston some 53 miles later. So, at the end of Day 2, it
is 118 miles down - and a mere 1,019 to go! This pint in front of me is tasting
especially good!
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