This years conditions were the most challenging which there have ever been on the course. Torrential rain on Saturday night, and Sunday morning meant that parts of the course were covered in running water (try cycling up a stream!), axle deep puddles, and thick sticky mud (first time I have ever had to pedal down a hill to keep going!).

I finished the course in around 4 1/2 hrs (still smiling - probably insanity!). I was kept going by the thought of your support, and messages, so for that I thank you all.

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