A heavy morning mist leaves us feeling soggy before we even begin this morning. It’s a shorter day with less climbing than yesterday, but that isn’t saying much. Most any route would be flatter than that one. Honestly, any amount of cycling today is more than I’m ready for. My legs are badly in need of a rest.
We do have a tailwind for part of the day so that’s a relief. There’s a lot of single track in this area because it’s so remote.
I meet some friendly alpacas on my way by.
The mist in the air starts to clear by late morning. The roads are a bit busier in this area than what I’ve experienced so far on this trip, but most drivers are very courteous and give me lots of room.
The surface of the road could use some work. The majority of it is old chip seal and it makes for a bumpy ride on my narrow tires. It would also hurt a lot more in the event of a fall.
Our first official break of the day is at Weavers Café in a place called Tongue. We’ve only done 45 km at this point, but there’s very little on this road to choose from.
Either the hills get worse or my legs get weaker as the day progresses. Probably both. The twisty descents that follow are the best part. Provided the road is smooth, they’re loads of fun.
Our lunch stop today is at the 65 km mark, since there isn’t anywhere to stop between that and the end of the route. A bowl of soup helps take my shivers away.
The rest of the ride is slightly more picturesque with a bit of blue sky peeking through. I don’t even try to keep my usual pace. I know I’m not at full strength today so my goal is to just get there.
Tomorrow we start riding south, and now that we’re away from the west coast, there should be fewer hills to contend with.
Lynn's Bike Ride 
OhLynn, I can’t imagine how hiLly it is if you’re struggling with it! So thankful you’re safe and we’ll continue praying for strength and renewal of leg muscles! Love you girl…keep on keeping on!
Thanks Brenda, it’s fairly hilly for sure, but the climbing would be very manageable if I were rested. The fatigue is more about having done five days back to back with no time to rest. It’s affecting all of us to different degrees.
We are enjoying hearing about your day. Thank you for all the pictures. What a beautiful place to bike. Praying that you rest well at night, safety as you travel and strength to do what you need to do. Sending you lots of love from this side of the pond.
Thanks Wendy, glad you’re enjoying it! Scotland really is stunningly beautiful and taking photos is a good distraction when the terrain is especially daunting.
Hi Lynn Your tour sounds extra trying. Hope they let you Rest soon. I forwarded your trip to Linda Blenis. Hope you don’t mind. She knows what the weather & terrain is like there! Sounds like your holding up! Good Luck today!
Thanks Stella! Absolutely, Linda can subscribe if that’s easier so she’ll get any future posts by email.
Loving this blog Lynn, thanks for taking time to share your day!
Thanks Rob, glad you’re enjoying it! I may need a wee break from the bike after this trip…