Day 6 - Horseman's Green - Chadderton (Shropshire - Cheshire - Gtr Manchester)

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Filled with another massive breakfast we made our way through the country lanes of Cheshire in double quick time. The sunshine even stayed with us as we found our to way to Manchester.

Rolfe's dreams of record-breaking average speed were shattered as Ben dragged the group down a cycle path, which soon became a bridleway, which then became some sort of marsh.

Neverthess, lunch with the Williams family in Sale was not delayed for too long. We ate everything in sight, and even some stuff that was hidden. 54 miles is a lot to cover in one morning, so we felt justified.

Onwards to Chadderton, an easy trip across Manchester in the early evening, we thought...not so, as Rolfe's puncture problems reared their ugly head. Two within 100m pointed to the need for new tyres, not just inner tubes. Amazingly, we found an open bike shop at 18.15. Rolfe left with two new tyres, and a considerably lighter wallet.

Another heroes' welcome awaited us at the home of Gran Haley in Chadderton. The assorted Haleys were probably just glad that they could start eating Uncle Dave's lasagne.

66 miles, mainly in sunshine, mainly on the flat. That's what it's all about, although not for Rolfe.

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Photos

Rolfe hard at work
After an unfortunate incident between Rolfe's shorts and his saddle, some needlework is required.