In a country governed by the metric system, imperial centuries are a rare animal.

So today we managed on our own, supported by power gels, bars, a coke, a stopover with one non-alcoholic beer, an espresso and a cheese sandwich as well as "nut croissants" (that's a pastry with a moist nut filling - very nutritious).

170 K plus 1850 meters elevation gain. Phew. The last 60 were flat, thank the gods. But with headwind, pulling became hard work.

Average 21.5 kph - total ride time, with stops, 9 hours. The minute we entered our neighborhood again rain came pouring down, so talk about utilizing opportunity when it's there.
My butt hurts. I need a fattier "bottom ointment".

Yep, our most epic ride so far.