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I did it!

October 1, 2006

After weeks of preparation, today finally saw the BikeWales West Silver (52 mile) ride arrive and I’m glad to report that I at least completed the course!

From the hazy memory I have of crossing the finishing line, I came 34th – out of a field of about 60 ‘silver’ riders – in a time of approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. My time certainly wasn’t fast, but given the heavy rain, hail and strong wind I was more than happy with my efforts, especially as I’d NEVER done more than 35 miles before.

In finishing though, I have to admit that I don’t think I’ve ever endured so much pain – not even playing rugby! The cramp in my left leg during the latter stages was immense and I think if I wasn’t of a stubburn and tenancious nature I would have quite happily chucked the towel in.

I also took a great deal of strength from the fact that I didn’t stop on ANY of the major climbs – Betws moutain, Burry Green, Cefyn Bryn common, Park Mill and Kittle. In fact the only time I stopped were at both refreshment stations in order to fill up my water bottle.

Whilst I was out on the ride, DDWT Junior amused himself with a visit to Funsters in Hendy allong with some of his friends. As a treat for the whole DDWT family we then tucked into a couple of Pizza Hut pizzas for tea. Incidentally we ended up with 4 medium size pizzas as they’d sold out of the large ‘stuffed crust’ ones which we’d ordered when we phoned.

Oh I almost forgot about my weigh-in this morning – 16st 9lbs, which was the perfect pyschological boost prior to the bike ride! So all in all, its been an excellent day.

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About Duncan Thomas

A father of two and husband to one. Loves to cycle and run badly. Wannabe writer and photographer. Lifelong Swansea City and Wales football fan. Always look forward and never look back.

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