Day 71 Sutri to Civitavecchia Port
In which Sid and Doris suddenly find themselves at sea, on their way to Sardinia and a holiday.
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Category: Cycling
Day 70 Rieti to Sutri
In which Sid and Doris find the Appenines have almost been crossed, with splendid mountain views, vile roads and the excitement of crossing the Tiber. We can be on the West coast tomorrow.
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Food, (Sometimes) Glorious Food
In which Doris publishes some thoughts about food. The right food in the right place – Is it dinner time yet? – Would you like a coffee with that, sir? – Have you done your homework? – Self catering? Really?
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Day 69 Poggio to Rieti
In which Sid and Doris visit earthquake-hit Aquila and enjoy an early end to the day in Renaissance Chieti.
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What do you think about when cycling? – part 7
In which Doris considers hot air hand dryers, more reasons not to compete in the Tour de France, vending machines, stones on the roof, Major Bumsore, The Milestone Question and prevailing winds, truly.
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Day 68 Chieti to Poggio Picenze
In which Sid and Doris drop a lot of height, enjoy a long honest climb to a Hotel de la Poste in earthquake land. The Appenines crossing goes on.
Read moreMifter Bat is famouf at last!
In which Doris observes Miftah Bat’s great fame.
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The Sayings of Chairman Sid
A place to park the occasional gem…
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Tour de France duties – “S” supports “G” (6th July)
“S” writes: Hey! It’s Tour de France time! I’m soooo excited!!
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Day 67 Vasto to Chieti
In which Sid and Doris use old railways to make progress up the Adriatic coast, passing fishing platforms and old battle sites before climbing to a faded grand hotel.
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