It took about an hour to drive there but it was well worth it.
We parked up outside a lovely little church and after carefully getting the bikes off, it was time to go.
There were so many cyclist out and about. It ranged from the granny with her basket bike to the elites with their very expensive carbon fibre bikes.
I was finding it difficult to keep up initially but typical me, I wouldn't say anything.
I always find that the first 10-15 miles are the hardest. I just want to give up but afterwards I begin to love it.
There were a lot of slight inclined then decents. I like pushing myself but my legs don't like it.
I found my seat so painful today!! I think my front bottom hates me!! I'm pretty sure if it could talk, it would call me the C word.
We stopped for some breakfast at a little bar about 10km in. I hadn't eaten so I was starving but by the time the food came, I felt sick.
We stopped at some beautiful places for some photos. I love this one just before a quick incline.
I can't count how many bugs flew into my face and nearly my mouth. I really need to ensure I breathe through my nose.
The path was mainly no cars so that made a big difference with speed and the conditions of the road.
The path followed the beautiful Brenta River along. I love watching water so much. I find it incredibly peaceful.
The river had people kayaking and white water rafting down it. I think we may go rafting with Marco's friends which will be fun.
I remember going rafting for the first time in Costa Rica and it was scary but so exhilarating.
As we were cycling, there was a father with his daughter in one of the pull alongs attached to the back of the bike. He was going down hill and the poor little girl (maybe aged 4-5) was holding on for dear life and her face was a picture. I couldn't help but laugh - bless her.
We started going up a tough climb and as Marco does, he sped off. He challenged me to a race and although I know I never could beat him, I had to try.
He let me start a little ahead and we went up this incline which was about 15%. Obviously he won but I really enjoyed pushing myself.
We stopped at Borgo Valsugana for some lunch. The pastas looked amazing - so fresh. But I opted for something sweet. We shared a chocolate torte and apple strudel.
Marco's father, Gianne, had a glass of red wine. It was really big! There's no way I could cycle after having wine.
On the way back there was a man and a women cycling together. I liked her cycle top as it was strapless but it was still a proper cycle top.
For some reason she decided she had to beat us. She kept speeding up, then we'd get to a point and we would over take. You could see how exhausted she was getting - very silly!
Overall we only did about 65km but it felt so much further. It's the first time I've been on the bike since the prudential ride 100.
Tomorrow we're off to Lake Garda to cycle some more. Hopefully it'll be a bit more flat.
Here's a picture of us wizzing along.
And here's a picture of Marco and Gianne fast asleep - bless.
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