• For those wondering about hills, I did the island fixed this weekend on 42-16 and though the South East is pretty hilly, if you're willing to go for it then its OK. I'm not particularly fit at the moment and it really wasn't too bad, there is little in the way of really sustained grinding climbs. There are a couple of nasty inclines, particularly round Shanklin-Ventnor, but for the most part they are short and sharp and just need a burst of commitment.

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