September 26, 2023
Now that's more like it
What a difference a day makes. We woke up to a lobster coloured sky and then took paved and packed trails over narrow wooden bridges on our route south to Saint Vincent sûr Jard. And for half of the day at least there was a gorgeous, delicious, accelerating tailwind. After two days of grumbles, the cycling gods were smiling.
Our route was similar to yesterday's, combining quiet roads and scenic trails, and the distance was much the same as well. But it just felt easier. No meltdowns, no hissy fits, just peaceful pedalling to get from A to B. I again managed to power past people on the hills, usually with an apologetic "motor is on" as I rolled past. And the hotel, the Hotel de l'Océan in Saint Vincent sûr Jard has both a swimming pool and a restaurant. Aah.
Tomorrow we get up to do it all over again.
Accommodation: Hotel de l'Océan in St Vincent sûr Jard. As the name implies, it's directly on the sea, with a restaurant and a swimming pool. Both were well used. Bikes in a barn/garage near the complex with the rooms. Very nice.
Today's ride: 47 km (29 miles)
Total: 274 km (170 miles)
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