Leaving the coast, we've turned inland and had two tough days of 92 and 81 miles. The weather has gradually improved, leaving the coastal drizzle we cycled most of today in 30+ degrees through vast meadows of Spring wild flowers. Stunning! Passing pilgrims heading for the shrine at Fatima, watching circling buzzards and swooping storks, with just the sound of wheels turning and birdsong. Eating barbequed sardines washed down by red wine by the side of the road at 930am with any payment refused. The Portuguese have been warm, friendly and hospitable throughout the trip. The team is riding stronger day by day and we now feel a real unit. So 385 miles covered, 28500 calories burnt, 35 hours of hard peddling and some really sore bums. Spirits very high though!
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