Clennell Circular route 17.2 miles

Serious training is now in motion thanks to the great weather today! Still cold, cloudy with spots of rain but hardly any wind. The Northumberland Hills are certainly a challenge ..... Sharperton bank was so steep that I stood on the pedals and went nowhere! I had no alternative but to walk up the hill. I'll do this ride again and see if I can improve on the time and indeed make it up Sharperton Hill.




My husband met up with me on route along with the puppies! I think they are more concerned about the cows in the field ...

My next official event is a three day cycle ride in May with friends from Melrose to Whitley bay along the Coast and Castle cycle route.

Then the Northern Rock Cyclone Challenge in June and then my long ride in July. f you wish to donate to my chosen charity, you can do this by visiting my donation page: http://www.justgiving.com\stephaniecharitycycleevent

Sometimes I think I am mad but then I really enjoy cycling, the fresh air and certainly the challenge!