Think I had the best nights sleep last night, except dreaming about world war 2 and people were coming to burn our houses down. But other than that, all good. I woke up a bit later than expected. Got the breakfast that was on offer... You guessed it, Tomatoe on Toast again! and headed off.
After fields and more fields yesterday, the day started off with... Youre getting good at this! More fields! However, my eyes were in for a treat afterwards as some hills started appearing which gave way to some great scenary, and some great wild camp spots. Something I couldnt find at all yesterday.
Pushing on and continuning to pedal, it really was blatant that I was in the middle of nowhere. Passing through towns, yielded no places to get food at all. So was running on what food I had. I was feeling weak today on the bike as well. Got to the only petrol station there was in a semi large town, where I was finally able to stock up on some food and get something in me/ But the 24hr restaurant wasnt open! So todays food intake has been utter rubbish.
Despite that coninued on and after a fantastic lake, and a bridge and some stunning views. I arrived in Sacedon. My map said it was 130km from where I was today but arrived at it, at
110km. Which is the first time thats ever happened! Usually the distances has been greater
than what it said on my route plan! So that was nice! And bingo, a camp site in Sacedon also. So got pitched up in there.
Restaurant on site, but typical spanish, dinner doesnt start till 9pm, so for two hours was just munching on crisps or whatever I can find. Before I leave tomorrow I have to stock up on food and plenty of water. There is a lot of empty area coming up. But glad to have a proper meal tonight. Last night, I asked about "cena" (dinner) and was presented with a sandwich menu. Tonight I'm going to stuff myself at that restaurant because I know i need it.
3 Days and I should be in Pamplona. Then its another rest day, then Pyranese, then France!
And of course, a big happy National Day to Gibraltar today. Shame I cant be there to party with everyone. No beer for me until I reach Yorkshire. Gibraltar to Yorkshire was timed to get the best weather. `Tonight DJ Zoosh (aka Dj Jonny) is DJing in Lord Nelson in Gibraltar. Go there, and buy him a shot. Because every time you do, he's donating the value of that to the Gibraltar Society for Cancer Relif. So buy him a shot or two for me!
The first week on the road is complete! I've travelled 738.96km in 7 days. That includes a day off as well. So im running ahead of time right now :) 138km ahead :D excellent :D
| Todays stats | |
|---|---|
| Start | Villanueva De Alcardete.10:30 |
| End | Sacedon.17:45 |
| Saddle Time | 5 hr 19 min 17 sec. |
| Distance travelled | 111.89km |
| Average Speed | 21.0kph |
| Max speed | 46.5kph |
Fascinating stuff, reading about the emotional and literal ups and downs of your trip! Great to be ahead of schedule after a whole week - keep enjoying it!
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