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    Draiglas Explorer Scouts

    One of the objectives I have set myself is to meet with as many Scouts as I can along the way.  It is only fitting that first on the list is my local Explorer Scout unit here in Teifi district, Ceredigion I have heard from several Scouts in…

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    24 Hours to Go

    Final day at home so I have been packing and repacking the bike. I have finally found a configuration that works and is as balanced as I can make it. The spare tyres were a big problem and at one stage I decided to leave them behind.  But…

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    Servicing the Bike

    My old school mate Pete has been in West Wales this weekend. As well as catching up and socialising, he helped me service the bike and have some tips on removing tyres etc. We changed oil and brake fluids, new brake pads on the back, cleaned the brake…

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    Ebola countries may be accessable

    I spoke to Emma of Street Child today and it looks like it may be safe to travel through the Ebola hit countries of Sierra Leone and Liberia. This is great news as I may be able to visit some of the projects they have in those countries.…

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    Central wheel components

    A big thank you to Central Wheel Components for donating 10 front and 10 rear wheel spokes that I can take as spares. Central Wheel Components

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    Ferry departure delayed

    I had an email from Britanny Ferries today.  My ferry has a stabiliser fault and has been taken out of service.  I am rebooked on the Portsmouth Caenes route the following day.