Not ridden a bike for most of August.
Have done plenty of hiking on holiday and will be dusting off my cross bike for a few longe bumpy rides over the next few weeks.
Not looking to win, just get round in about 4 hours. I did no running last year and managed 4h35. With better conditions and a big ring that works I think I’ll be able to knock that down a bit. I’m certainly fitter on the bike this year despite my lack of racing.
You do really need to work out how you are going to carry your bike. Make sure that if you intend to use bottle cages that they don’t obstruct you or the same for a rucksack.
Praying for “not horrendous weather” like last year.