Getting ready

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Day off today. Some chores before getting Pepe out to fit the panniers and the satnav mount.

The trip is only across the Thames to Southend-on-Sea. By crow's flight it's out 35 miles, but by road around 88 miles to the ground.

The trip is to see the football between Oldham Athletic and Southend United.


What lurks in the greenery?


Had to relocate the satnav mount as it was last used without the screen.


From the riding seat.

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Trobairitz said…
Looking good hiding behind the shrubbery.
19 April 2016 at 20:30
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