First wet start. A steep climb, then undulating and varied ride to Llanidloes. Rain had stopped then, but cold. Had lunch near the old market in the centre. Met another group of cyclists who were following or looking for the source of the River Severn, did not think they would find it in the cafe.
Set off on B road past Llyn Clywedog, a series of very steep climbs, until we got to Staylittle, then we turned off towards Dylife. The sign said Road Closed. We decided to chance it as the alternative was a long way. As we approached "the best biew in Wales", the Wynford Vaughan Thomas memorial, it was raining and sleeting. Remember this is a warm spring ride!!! Full waterproofs, some energy food and a 7 mile descent to todays end. Glasses steaming up, covered in rain, hands frozen so can't work gears or brakes, all great fun, see what us pensioners have to do to fill the time. Route took us straight down to Machynlleth main street, and there was John P. waiting with the key to lock up the bike. Hot baths and feel human again.
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