7 weeks from now we'll be on our first mountain climb/descent, so only 6 weeks of hard (!) training to go. I know that some of the team is putting in some decent effort (I joined Arthur and Ben for a 12 mile walk up and down the slopes of Watership Down on Good Friday), and I am hopeful that everyone has managed to make some progress in the last two weeks.
I have now booked our accommodation for the night of Friday June 5th at Oswestry Travelodge. Yes, I know it sounds glamorous and extravagant, but I got a reasonable price for the twelve* of us.
In terms of other preparation, each person should make sure they have all the necessary kit:
- walking boots and several pairs of walking socks
- small backpack (a camelback packs are great as they make it easier to drink as you are walking along)
- wet weather protection (ideally lightweight top and trousers)
- hat (easiest way to regulate body temperature)
On evening of Tuesday 21st, I shall do a fast walk. Starting from my house at 6.30pm, passing through Overton at about 7.15pm. Let me know if you will be joining me and whether it will be from start or from Overton.
Graham
* we're currently still at 10 walkers plus 0 drivers, so it's time to find our supprt team! Happily we now seem to be sorted for cars.
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