Bike Ride Scotland

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A short day
Since breakfast only was served as of 8.00 we had a late start. Our route today was full of hills of all sizes. In all we had to “climb” in total over 1,000m over a distance of 65 km. Not so difficult you would say on an electric supported bike. Yes and no. Thinking that the bike does the work for you is an error; it lends support, but will not move if you don’t peddle and even the support is limited to the power and duration of the battery.
Surprising that indifferent the direction we go we always have strong wind against.
Again, and that’s the way the islands on the west coast of Scotland are connected, we needed an other ferry to go to our next destination: Skye Island. As google will tell you::”The island is known for its rugged landscapes, picturesque fishing villages and medieval castles. It is the largest island in the Inner Hebrides archipelago”
Arriving at about 1.00 o’clock at dock of the ferry we were informed that the next ferry was leaving at 4.00PM leaving us 3 hours to have lunch, charge our batteries and find an hotel for the night.
Surprising to see so many people are visiting the area. A lot of camper cars and RVs, but as we found out many people looking for an hotel, b&b, etc. as well.
We had noticed this before, but today was worse than the days before. All of us calling different alternatives. It is not just the availability we have to look for but also the distance to get there. The other issue obviously is prices. Hotels don’t come cheap. Nothing to find under 125 pounds.
A note about food: Scottish dishes, particularly “haggis “ can be found everewhere, but is not for everybody. Those interested in food, I recommend you look up de recipe for haggis and once your at it look up “cull skink” what eat last night. It taste better than it sound.
Tomorrow another day. We might limit our biking and do some tourism and visit some castles. I will let you know tomorrow.
I feel good and if the weather could stay as the last couple of days, I would remain a happy biker.

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Photos

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Where did see a phone boot for the lat time? This one actually works!!

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Spring is in the air.

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Double lettering everywhere.

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The hotel where we are staying tonight. Look at the name: we thought it was aribic