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When we finally found the official starting point in Auray I set off at about 10am - would’ve liked to have got away earlier and think we probably need to be getting up a bit sooner in future.  The later the start the later the finish.  Weather was fine today although cloudy, but I was up against strong cross and head winds all day which made it tough.  Felt stronger again this afternoon (I’m obviously not a morning person!) and enjoyed the final 50 miles.  Mark cycled along with me for 20 miles this afternoon which was good company and support.  Arrived in Saint Brieuc early evening where Stuart gave me a good massage and I’m pleased to report the hot water in the motor home is now working and I didn’t have to go through the cold shower ordeal like last night.  We are now parked up for the night in a cozy lay by just outside Saint Malo, ready for tomorrow’s start.  I’ve climbed 6,000 ft today and cycled 102 miles (not counting a couple of unplanned de-tours due to poor navigation on my part!). Easier day tomorrow I think, less climbing although more mileage.  Good forecast is expected - Bring it on !

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