by Philip Miles : 49. Ascent : 436’. Running total : 163 miles. I’m writing this first instalment today sitting on a bench in the watery sun, looking out over the Nantes-Brest canal which is perfectly still, with the most delicious pain au raisin and a cup of coffee after the first hour of riding…

by Liz Day’s mileage : 48 Running total : 212 This morning, as we only had 42 miles to ride, we had a lie in and a leisurely start. Today’s lesson was don’t do that. Expect the unexpected and leave early to allow for all eventualities. We had three road closures with diversions to contend…