Tried this favourite route of ours again today - was passable no probs. Except the wind picked, rained really hard and I got soaked.Was out today. 20 horrible miles. Thick mud. At one point was quite funny in the mud, was slowing me down a lot so changed down, increased assistance, and went even slower with the rear wheel spinning in the deep mud. Started laughing so finally gave up and walked a long stretch
The Vaude gaiters that Rob recommended worked great. Dry warm feet all day.
Of course, on the way back saw a customary sight at West Dean through which the River Lavant flows.
Got this pic for you softies to go "ahhh" to






