Day 7: Total distance = 264 miles (425 km)
We saw our shadows today. In fact, we were in sunshine for about 30 minutes. Apparently that hasn’t happened in Scotland since 1934. Tomorrow promises the usual driving rain and wind. Nice to have some certainty in life.
We’re just outside Oban. Yesterday was a long day (though not as long as Theresa May’s, I suspect – ha ha) because we were on a forestry road for quite a while, which was slow going. We were also attacked by Loch Ness monsters in the form of midges – swarms of small biting flies.
Today though we zoomed along NCR 78, which followed the disused Ballachulish railway line. We like disused railway trails because they have gentle grades and no cars.
Hi Margaret and Tony,
Glad the sun came out for you, if only briefly. I expect you’re pleased that you don’t live in the UK. What a mess!
The route looks good so far, great views and no traffic, my sort of cycling.
Weather forecast looks better this week,
Have fun,
Margaret x
Thanks Margaret. Yes, it would be nice to see a bit more sun.
Is that the “Castle Aaargh” of Monty Python and the Holy Grail fame ?
Great blog, Zoé and I are enjoying reading it. Looking forward to seeing you guys in a few weeks!
Allez les Bakers!
S+Z
Hi Simon, That’s exactly what I said to Margaret. Wouldn’t surprise me if that was castle aaargh. I imagine that’s the sound both Theresa and Nicola made. Looking forward to seeing you both.