☀️78.64 Miles to York and Back – A Roasting Ride on Two Wheels
Set off early doors for a big loop ride to York and back – 79.64 miles of sunshine, smooth roads, .
The plan? Keep it steady, enjoy the miles, and not get cooked alive.
The reality? Red hot weather, barely a breeze, and a few too many “is this really a good idea?” moments around the halfway mark.
The ride into York was a treat – quiet lanes, decent tarmac, and that sense of smugness you get when you’re ticking off miles. Stopped for a quick breather in the city, then it was time to spin it back.
The way home? Let’s just say the heat ramped up and the legs cooled off. Every patch of shade felt like a gift from the cycling gods. Hydration became the main event – water stops were sacred.
Made it back tired, toasted, and ready for a cold shower… but what a ride. One of those days that makes you love the bike – even if it tries to bake you.