Top work on the route, Colin.
I think last time we may have made a left just before the bridge where your last right is now.
That took us on a short loop which wouldn't have mattered, except it involved a long climb only to immediately drop down again.
I recall you and Andy from Hull struggling on that climb on your singlespeeds.
I thought at first Andy had dropped back to pace you up, which would have been sensible and just the sort of thing he would do.
But he told me later he was suffering from lack of grunt, same as you.
From memory, our finishing times have varied quite a bit, year on year, as might be expected.
I think the last time we rolled back into York it was either just before or after 7pm.
Your 8pm target should be easily achieved, barring any mechanical alarms or excursions.
If for some reason you are well behind when you reach the bridge, one option would be to use the refreshment trailer in the car park on the north side.
Shame to miss the bridge crossing, but I reckon it would buy you a good half hour or more.
Riders would also be guaranteed a hot food option, the service of which gets a bit cranky in the other place much after 1.30pm.
By the by, my ongoing er, 'health issues' mean it would not be wise for me to attempt the ride this time.
I'd rather miss out on hot food than the bridge.
