well i got round in one piece thankfully. Suffered with the heat and eventually to cramps on the top section of hairpins on Hardknott.Had to stop and stretch to get my legs working again. Walked a couple of bends til it got less steep and then continued on the climb. A bit dissapointed I wasn't good enough to get up without walking a section, but well I was in good company there. Did it in 7 hrs 45 mins. My target was around 8 hrs without walking , so have mixed feelings really. But an excellent event and would definatly like to get in next year to try and improve on this years effort.Well done to all who took part on a scorching hot day, and thanks to all the marshalls, helpers ans road supporters, it made for a great day.