Today I cycle through the beautiful Lake District, starting from Kirkby Lonsdale, passing through Kendal, Windermere, Ambleside and then northwards along the length of Thirlmere reservoir, before heading east to the town of Greystoke.
The first “lake” this morning.
It’s a bit too early to start eating grass.
Random observation.
This is based on quality data gathered from my trip so far. Ladies (driving any vehicle) are by far the most courteous on the road. Men driving Land Rovers (especially those with tinted windows), are the least courteous.
Kent not so close.
Lake Windermere in the distance.
Problem.
One of my best days has turned into a bit of a nightmare. Just at the end of my ride my bike electrics started playing up. The bike has gone into some weird restricted mode. I’ve tried all the usual tricks but nothing works.
Tomorrow I’m going to cycle 20 miles to Carlisle with the bike limping along, and then take the train to Edinburgh where the bike is booked in for Friday. It’s the earliest they could do so I’m losing 2 days cycle.
Whether they can fix the bike or not will determine if I can carry on with the trip.
I will keep you posted.
Anyway, the lake District is heartakingly beautiful.
LEJOG 2025 
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