Ride number three on new bike (other than to work) and I quite liked the look of a recent sportive route from Dentdale. I opted for the shorter of the two routes which was just over 50 mile and 1150m of climbing. Discovered two things really 1) Cycling 50 hilly miles is hard work 2) the western Dales are absolutely stunning.
As a result (not being a hitherto regular at this lark) I am absolutely knackered but loved every minute:thumbup: