We have now got the routine pretty much down pact. Up at 7.30, breakfast at 8.00, aim to leave for 9.00, faff around, faff around a bit more and at very best get away for 9.30. Highlight of breakfast was Iain being admonished by the B&B owner for not wearing his socks and had to go and put some on much to everyone elses' amusement. There was a general consensus that if you are looking for a welcoming place to stay in Tain, this would not be it.
We had great weather for the last day and fantastic scenery. The road followed the coast along for much of the way and we passed castles, derelict crofters cottages, sheep, more sheep, cows and more cows. A good couple of climbs just to ensure our legs still worked on day 12 and to go with them, some great descents (44 mph max speed but don't tell our Mothers). The road was fairly flat and the scenery incredibly desolate for the last 28 miles with one last climb just before the final descent into John O'Groats. Quick stop at the John o'Groats village sign for a photo at which point Iain started boasting about no punctures the whole way... (Iain - thank you Chris for decent wheels & tyres).
We reached the final official end point to victorious cheers and hugs all round, our legs still able to move and under carriages a little bit sore. We had made it!! To prove it we had an official photograph taken by the official sign, a glass of champagne to celebrate and presented with a medal.
Most importantly, our families had arranged balloons which we set off to commemorate our journey and to celebrate and remember the life of Ewan as well as raise money for a great cause, the Surrey Sands 'Forget Me Not' room at Royal Surrey.
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Iain and James, What a tremendous effort by you. Reading your blogs has raised a tetter of laughter at your adventures but most of all Gordon and I have been amazed at your determination, motivation and teamwork. We, like your other family members and friends are immensely proud of your 'Ride for Ewan'. Cheers! Isla and Gordon
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