• Cirencester Heart of England 300 in April, Poynton Plains 400 in May (run yours and my favourite group Peak Audax). Undecided on the 600 but will go for either Denmead or Derby. Gives me a shot at Droitwich if I have to pack.

    Pity about the weather, doesn't look as if it the wind will much abate anytime soon. Still at least it should carry you out of Newent and through to Hungerford. After that, it's one climb over the Ridgeway and a clear shot at Oxford. You'll be coming through my home town at the 216k mark. Any idea what time you'll be rolling through? I may have to come out and cheer you on.

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