Following on from the marathon, I took a break; it's the way. But, motivated by Chester Ironman, and encouraged and advised by Baron (because cycles were involved) I did decide to buy a road bike. After searching the whole of the internet, I found that the very best deals to be had were right here in Peterborough, and successfully bought a Giant Liv Avail 5 (M) ladies bike. It has drop handlebars, which I don't like, and is incredibly light, which initially made me feel terrified, but now I already feel zippy.
The obvious means of collecting the bike, down by Ferry Meadows, was of course, by running there, so as a kick-start back into training, 5 miles seemed like the perfect (re-)start. It was a fab run out, and a lovely ride back.
Of course, the downside is that I don't want Deadly Peddly feeling left out or anything - and I haven't got a name for the new beast yet. Although The Beast is kind of working, but I call Frank that sometimes, instead of Pudding.
I can't exactly say yet whether or not having the beast will help me get some distance under my belt, but I definitely think I need to find this out before committing to... anything... serious.
I can say nothing more about the rest of the day, than, well, I love Halloween!
Possibly, too much.
The obvious means of collecting the bike, down by Ferry Meadows, was of course, by running there, so as a kick-start back into training, 5 miles seemed like the perfect (re-)start. It was a fab run out, and a lovely ride back. 
Of course, the downside is that I don't want Deadly Peddly feeling left out or anything - and I haven't got a name for the new beast yet. Although The Beast is kind of working, but I call Frank that sometimes, instead of Pudding. 
Always welcome to join Peterborough Cycling Club's social ride from Cathedral Square at 09:30 every Sunday morning Emma. Chris Monk
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