I took advantage of the long bank holiday weekend to get some serious training in. Friday evening 25km with Edward, Saturday 50km time trial (01:42:44 whoo hoo!), Sunday 75km with Edward and Monday I had planned 100km, but after riding to my parents in Birmingham and planning a long route back, I was tired, wet and cold so I bailed at 70km. (and also because I'd spent all weekend on the bike and wanted to see the kids. 10 pin Bowling was more fun than a wet bike ride anyway)
So 220km in 4 days and by the time I finished it hurt. As I write, on Tuesday, my legs are sore, so heaven knows what they'll be like after consecutive 125km/150km/95km/115km days to Paris.
The really good news is that I put some new tyres on my bike on Friday and can honestly say (subjectively) that they've added 5% - 10% to my speed. Incredible. 45g each lighter than my previous Continental GP400S, Schwalbe Ultremo R (http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/components/tyres/product/ultremo-tyres-23173) is the way forward. Peaches also bought a pair so hopefully he'll see the difference too. Let's hope the ceramic puncture protection lives up to its billing.
Despite the slight setback I'm feeling fit and strong and confident at the moment. 6 weeks to go, I just need to stay focused and find time to keep training. Remember you can sponsor me here:http://www.justgiving.com/craigmorrisfsid
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