We're just eating breakfast on day 9 in the small harbour town of Kyleakin on Skye.
We've had two great days island hopping up the west coast.
Arran was great. We had 1h20 to get to Lochranza and the next ferry. Thankfully the descent to Lochranza was very fast, and we got to the ferry 5 minutes before it departed.
We had even less time in Mull. In less than 1 hour we rode the few miles from Craignure to Fishnish and changed both wheels, tubes, and tyres on Tom's bike when one of his spokes broke.
Back on the mainland we landed at Lochaline. Where in the local shop there the lady refused to charge Mike at all when she heard about the bike ride, and the Save the Children ride. Thanks.
Arriving in Kyleakin the hostel owner rode out on his bike to meet us (at 9pm). It turns out in his youth, many years ago, he was a semi-pro rider. Amongst his claims to fame were having ridden 248 miles in 12 hours!
Today we cross the mainland heading towards Lairg.
You have all done brilliantly - and obviously met some lovely people along the way - kind of restores your faith in human nature. Wishing you all the best - have a fantastic last couple of days - enjoy! Buy you a beer when you get back... Atkins & co xx
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