• Tongue - again (last night )

    October 2, 2016 in Scotland ⋅ ☀️ 11 °C

    Given perfect still conditions, I decided to cycle to Durness - for the exercise, the scenery on the way and hope of a pleasant coffee or lunch stop.

    Achieved the first two - great to appreciate the views at cycling pace, particularly of Loch Erribol. And it was a demanding 28 miles on the out leg, taking 2:40 of constant cycling. Refreshments were very limited in Durness with zilch in between. Turning to return I realised I'd had a tail wind on the way out, so more effort was required to make progress returning the same way.

    Only one dwelling en route, belonging to a ceramicist - entrance decorated with ceramics and dear skulls.
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