Day 2 — Thiva to Livanates 44.7 miles · 1,309 ft

Legs were a little sore from yesterday, but what a nice morning. After about 8 miles on a busy road, I got onto quiet country roads through the fields. This is why I’m here.

Had several encounters with dogs, including a pack that came at me from both sides of the road. Thank goodness it was flat. Adrenaline kicked in and I outran them. 😄

Stopped in a small town for coffee, water and a peach, then continued toward the coast. By midday it was getting hot and very windy and my legs started cramping. I stopped for some salty fries and water. Amazing—salty fries gave me new legs. 😄

I felt good enough to keep going, but decided to stop in Livanates. The old Honey Badger would have kept going. The older, experienced one said nope. I remember my hospital stay in Portugal.

Found a nice little hotel across from the beach, room has a great view. Glad I stopped early.Read more