Evenings are bright again and perfect for a quick leisurely bike ride. Here is a little celebration of the joy that brings.
Never mind that my brain is fuzzled by losing an hour with the pointless changing of the clocks, leaving me up late and sluggish at dawn. Yesterday I set off on a cycle loop at 6.30pm.
Ah, evenings!
Evenings when you’ve got a descent (or climb) to yourself (especially if the road is closed).
Evenings when the canal is calm.
Evenings when the crossing changes instantly. (Thanks TfGM for making that happen.)
Evenings when we’re winning against the barriers! (More on this in a separate post soon.)
Evenings when the blackthorn is popping.
Evenings when you realise you’re miles from home, but keep going.
Evenings when all the time, the light is changing.
Evenings encountering something new.
Evenings when the gates are still open. (Hooray for 8pm summer Lyme!)
Evenings when these oak trees weren’t surrounded by a car park.
Evenings when you’re the last guest to leave.
Ah, evenings. And plenty more to come.
‘Everyday adventures’ you can fit into a regular day are a big part of what I want to share with Peaks & Puddles. This route included parts of Over Hills Around New Mills, Mills and Brows, Wood Lanes Off Middlewood and Lyme Loop. Many of the other shorter Peaks & Puddles Rides also make great evening loops, if you’re lucky enough to be fairly local. Have fun chasing that sunset!
Buy me a coffee