6.11.19 Skiing undies.

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Wednesday 6th 40-43F, heavy overcast and calm. 11,000 scientists say mankind is threatened by climate change. Herr Chump [the US immigrant] says his wealth is threatened by a lack of coal burning.

Walked to the lanes in occasional spots of rain. Grey and depressing. A heron went over followed by another. Which swerved away as it came flapping, slowly over the hedge. It even had the nerve to complain in its Pterodactyl shriek! It should fly higher, like its mate. Then it wouldn't be caught unawares by the only walker in the village.

Thursday 7th 37-43F, a promising start with brightness and thin mist forming. Though the mist did not last for long locally it was still visible across the landscape. There was maintenance work for one wind turbine. Something was visible rising on a rope outside the tower. The early sunshine was soon lost to a plate of cloud. With only brief glimpses after that.

I disturbed the gulls and extended my walk to an hour and half along the lanes. Three large deer were visible in the distance but too far away to capture successfully. A solitary jogger smiled as we passed each other in the lane.

I have swapped my usual summer T-shirt for a new, long sleeved, thermal vest thanks to a special offer at the supermarket. Top and bottom set, in black, "ski underwear" for less than the cost of  postage if you bought it online.

This was my standard, 3 seasons, "base layer" clothing when I still tricycled thousands of miles per year. Being so thin the man-made material cannot absorb sweat on a climb and then hold it, icily against your back, on the next descent. A huge step up in comfort for so little expenditure. They also last for years and years even with daily washing. The "long johns" may be thin but they are fine to keep your legs warm between your shorts, socks and winter, MTB boots.

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