Done a few sportives and they’re great, only done the one audax so far and that was great too, probably more my cup of tea, just not got round to the second. Like many things in life, they can largely be what you want them to be – as far as I’m concerned, they’re both nice, enjoyable rides through decent countryside. I have the slow person’s internal sneer of disdain for those who want to hammer round and set records – you can do that whenever you want, this is supposed to be a bit of fun. I definitely don’t bother trying for the win – after all, there will always be someone quicker, unless you’re very, very quick. I take people as I find em – if they want to chat, I chat back. If I chat at them and they don’t want to chat, that’s fine too. 🙂
Did the Wiggle Tour of the Peak this weekend just gone, loved the countryside – Winnats beat me but quite enjoyed Cat & Fiddle. Have a great ride – if anyone has an issue with your kit, remember that it’s their issue. 🙂