SDW - day 5
Last day. I'm already feeling a twinge of sadness as I wake. There seems to rather a lot of bathroom activity, even before I get up.
We have breakfast and then Andy and I drop the disco off on the seafront at Eastbourne. As we drive back Andy is maybe a little subdued, but I put it down to sleepiness. As we arrive back at the B&B in Alfriston Steve is just getting the bikes out. Andy is back in the toilet and when he comes down he does not look well. We give him a few minutes sitting on the bench and then wander over. He's not well and does not feel as though he can ride. He's upset and apologising to us but we tell him to stop being silly. Sadly, Steve and I ride off alone. It's a nice day again and we go over one hill and down into Jevington before going up a second hill, crossing the main road into Eastbourne, pausing to take photo's of the town and cliffs in the opposite direction. We then ride down the last hill and into the town. For me the ride along the seafront is a mixed bag of feelings; we've done it but now it's over. There's one last photo opportunity at the start of the way (yes, we did it backwards because I think traditional people went on pilgrimages to Winchester).
We sort the bikes into their respective cars and head off for dome seaside fish and chips. Andy seems to be feeling better but the conversation is lacking somewhat. Are we tired or just sad that our great adventure has come to an end?
Steve and David 8 miles
Final thoughts:
What an amazing week. The riding, the weather, the company was all great. The boys were immense given the extra weight they are carrying and their poor preparation. We suffered only one puncture and one broken saddle (both for me!) and no real injuries past the food poisoning. Loved it. Hope to do it again some year.
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