Epilogue - Day 15 and onwards!

This was a wonderful 2 weeks. Most who've not undertaken such a thing would imagine this a gruelling challenge. But it wasn't. Really!

We must give our huge and grateful thanks to Tom, Rob and Dave - three of the very best guides. And also to Steve of Peak Tours who provided a service exceeding all expectations.






At times is was tough (the climb to the Lecht at 3'C, the long grind to our final destination at John O'Groats, undercarriage pain). 

Kathy cycled into a super large pothole, fortunately resulting in a puncture only.

Her attention being elsewhere.

However, when considering the whole experience it was a pleasure beyond imagination. Such fine scenery and such a strong feeling for our mainland, county by county, accent by accent, landscape by landscape.

Sean chose to travel by electric bike. He'd had cardiac bypass surgery and is also awaiting knee surgery. Although he'd cycled London Brighton unassisted,  he knew he could not manage the 1000 miles with some form of motorised support. 

It was a Peak Tours first, but he was excellently versed it use of his eBike. The Bosch motor particularly helped with the uphills but provided only moderate or no support when no longer required.

Parkinson patient in US

Another on our tour had been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease some years before. Despite requiring complex medication, he managed each day with much resilience and friendliness. He told me that those with much more severe disability can continue to cycle (see YouTube video - Cycling with Parkinson's). Also, well reviewed in the Guardian

Please indulge me in this final sentiment - if you have dream, just do it! Jane, our 73 year old triathlete, would often leave at the crack, long before we would rise. She cycle alone with just her route notes to guide her, yet always arrive triumphant and smiling. May your journeys be similar!