Saved by the Bell

Today's ride from Fort William was 80 miles long and included one of the worst 3 climbs of the whole trip.

Shortly after starting the ride we ended up on a forest track. Fantastic scenery.

The only disadvantage was the attack of the midges if you stopped in the wrong place. I stopped to help Nigel and Simon http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=331412446821&ref=ts fix a puncture. Fortunately I had put some Avon Skin So Soft on beforehand so wasn't too affected. However Simon was on the verge of madness. You can read more about midges and this product here.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/scotland/outdoors/articles/midge/

Later on we moved onto a section of Canal Path. I was going very slowly and my wheel go caught in a rut. I couldn't get off my bike quickly enough and fell off. I cut my leg, but not too badly, but I also fell backwards onto my head. I dread to think what would have happened if I hadn't been wearing my helmet. ( made by Bell)

No lasting damage done, although I will need a new helmet. Decide for yourself if it is worth wearing one.

The sun came out as we finished the ride. I loved this shot of a lone angler.

Only 2 days left to do.