Having woken up still able to move, there was a degree of optimism as i set out from brecon, which quickly dissapated as the up part of hills hit my legs with unrelenting force. Having been spoilt by the wonderful taff trail yesterday, i realised quickly that this was going to be one tough day. I was slightly sad to leave the beacons behind but soon got back into the swing of things. The wildlife i saw (including one recently killed but luckily for me totally dead badger) consisted mainly of squirrels running across my path, and sheep standing in the middle of it. That is untill after an enforced detour. Being attacked by dogs (5), is a bit scary, luckily i put my bike in between them and me(and not trying to outrun them on my bike as i have tried before) until the owner came and chased them with a broom. She then showed me the most adorable puppies (good job there was no room in my bag. Following a long long climb across deserted moorland i had the best downhill stretch. Great fun but have now begun dreading downhill as in wales you know punishment is just around the corner. When i did finally limp into rhyader, even after heaven, in the form of shower and hot chocolate, i was almost too tired to eat. Asleep by 9pm and see what tomorrow brings!
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