After quite a late night we had a tough morning, and as my title indicates it was hot. Temperatures must have been 30c if not hotter, and as the terrain was so up and down it was hard work. We tried to work out how much water we drank but today we must be pushing nearly 10 litres. It was slightly frustrating when we have to pedal downhill as the wind is so strong, nevertheless we covered a good distance of roughly 65 miles. I think we are starting to get into a good rhythm, so now 65-80 miles does not seem too far at all whereas a few weeks ago we would have considered 60 miles to be a long day.South Virginia is a beautiful place, rolling hills surrounded by deep woods and forest. We have been reminded to enjoy it while we can, as we all know what the mid-west has in store for us(a whole lot of nothingness basically). We arrived at Lynchburg quite late around 8 but it is a great little town, and it is a shame we will not have more time here to explore. At dinner we were given more money, which is becoming a regular occurrence. Over the last couple of days we must have collected about $150, including £20 from two British guys(who ever said the British were stingy). Tomorrow we will ride to Christiansburg, where we will encounter the beginnings of the Appalachians, so more hills to come!
P.S. At dinner an english speaking America, asked us what language we were speaking...very amusing
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