Had a great meal last night, on the recommendation of the landlady. Nooitgedagt - John and Jenny had lamb, Ann had red mullet and I had gambas with noodles. Everyone enjoyed the meal. After a good breakfast we went back into the centre, found our route and set off for Bofsward. We are now riding away from the coast, all very flat but interesting little villages and towns. Had a break in Bofsward and then headed for Makkum, on the coast of the Ijsselmeer. This was straight into a headwind, very hard work. We have seen a large number of tall masted ships, mainly flat bottomed Dutch boats, many of them setting out or returning. We had our lunch in Makkum, then set off for Hindleopen. The cycle paths are very good, often well away from roads and although not empty they are quiet.
Finally arrived in Stavoren about 16.00. Found an apartment on the dockside, had a beer to celebrate another good day. A lot of activity on the dockside as there appears to be a number of sailing boats changing crews. We can see out into the Ijsselmeer from the apartment and there are lots of boats under sail.
John found a shop and now has coffee, so he is happy.
John Parkin -
Style leader for Cycling World. Ruched cycling shorts are the latest style, these he alternates with very tight black leggings a la Max Wall. Jenny wears a selection of colours that make ones eyes water.
The Caves are in basic grey and black.
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