Thanks to the Oirish one, I was able to get out for a couple of hours this afternoon – and it was a huge improvement on Sunday’s ride.  I did one of my usual training loops, with the odd wiggle tacked on for variety.  I even did Mudgeley Hill, mostly because I couldn’t be bothered to do the usual loop to avoid it as I’m bored with going that way.

It was pretty warm – no winter jacket – and though I may have set off wearing two layers, I ended up in just the one about 40 minutes in.  I really don’t do well when overheating, so getting comfortable made me feel much better.  It being a Wednesday afternoon, there was very little traffic of any sort out and about, which was nice.  What wind there was did a fairly good job of being behind me from time to time too.

I spent a while on the Levels around Burtle and Mark, and also on the way back from Wedmore, doing 20mph consistently, down on the drops, in fairly happy bunny mode 🙂

Cycling time: 1:56:41
Distance: 31.58 miles
Avs: 16.1 mph
ODO: 2560 miles

Which probably explains my average speed – again, way better than on Sunday.  I find it easier to relax into corners and down hills when it’s just me I guess.  And what with it being half term and the mob being constantly home, I had some stress to work out too!

By the time I got back I felt immeasurably better – approaching human…or as close as I get!  *grin*.  See – I really shouldn’t be kept away from my bike for too long…