I think I'd feel the opposite way.
Knowing a route would be comforting; having the knowledge that you're capable of it and what lies ahead.
Also, it must reduce the mental stress of the challenge by removing routing issues and unfamiliarity.
Yes. But getting out of your own bed every morning at 5am? Ok if you're in a bnb. And you've to get to the next one. But the temptation to roll over under your own duvet and find an excuse? Hmm....Tough one.
I'm not saying the rest of clives adventure isn't incredibly tough; just that it's a smart decision to repeat a known route.
I've only got a 30 mile a day commute (15e/w) and I've taken the motorbike every day this week...
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I think I'd feel the opposite way.
Knowing a route would be comforting; having the knowledge that you're capable of it and what lies ahead.
Also, it must reduce the mental stress of the challenge by removing routing issues and unfamiliarity.