Wales : Powys Hay-on-Wye cycling/camping long weekend. 4th-7th Sept 2020.

[I like Skol]

I know it's silly and almost meaningless to check this far in advance, but can't help looking at the BBC weather forecast for the area. Currently goes as far as Fri 4th and is looking reasonable

 

[I like Skol]

Been having a quick look at some routes for the 3 days of riding. Conscious of the fact that many people won't necessarily want to do the galactic miles I covered last year, particularly as some of it is also quite hilly.

Preliminary ideas as follows;
Friday, head west to Builth Wells and Brecon - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33871974

Saturday has got to be Gospel Pass and lunch in Ross on Wye by the river if the same pub is open - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33872184

Sunday I'm not sure about, but could head over to Hereford? I just need to check if the city centre is worth the visit and has somewhere suitable for lunch - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33872149

all these routes need a double check when I get a moment to make sure I haven't picked any obviously awful roads or missed any nearby good bits. They shouldn't change much, if at all, but I am open to suggestions if anyone particularly wants to ride something different

 

[Blue Hills]

May join you for this if there is a next time.
Can"t do this one.
Have fun.

 

[I like Skol]

May join you for this if there is a next time.
Can"t do this one.
Have fun.

This is 'the next time'. Pull your finger out!

 

[Blue Hills]

Can't do this time because of pure logistics.
Ere, wot are you doing cycletouring with a landrover?

 

[I like Skol]

I don't think it's strictly touring as I remain at one base, besides if the tent gets washed or blown away I can sleep in the back of the Land rover

 

[I like Skol]

So it looks like it will just be me on my lonesome again for this. Nevermind, I'm sure I will have a great time like last year and the weather forecast is acceptable, a slight breeze from the West, maybe some dampness on Fri but Sat & Sun look fine

Just got to get two night shifts out of the way, grab some sleep on Thursday morning then load up and drive down late afternoon. Can't wait...