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We were there for the start but let almost everyone go. We weren't 100% from the 600k. I've still got a bit of a cold, etc. so I didn't want to feel any pressure to "keep up" and just took it real easy. I could've done with a bit more liquid but I'm so used to under-hydrating I kinda just got on with it. Less drinking = less sweat in the eyes ;)
Had a milkshake at Bexhill which was nice. Probably could've done with more ice-cream in general though.
hippy
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Ah, didn't see you at the start, wondered if you'd DNSd...
I rode the first 200km fairly quick and then eased off a little as the heat was getting to me. The guy I was riding with didn't seem to need to drink or get tired, so I let him ride on.
That ride was a different kettle of fish to when it's usually in September. 3 ice creams, about 8 bidon fills, sweat stinging eyes on the climbs. Nice to do that last 90km in daylight for a change though!