Re: A Lost Lanes, TINAT-revisit meander through Wales, South to North and South again
Posted: Wed Aug 12, 2020 11:48 am
Great ride and write up, enjoyed that a lot! I have a much, much shorter but similarly inspired ride planned for whenever I can get out. I like the vibe of the touring and riding, not primarily about gear and distance and effort (though i'm sure there was plenty and interest in each!), but the experience and enjoying time away and being 'present' (to use the overkilled wellbeing phrase). Or in short, just really good quality riding.
I got Jack's latest LL book for my lockdown 40th (signed or course ), to join the collection. I really enjoy them for the sense of easy exploration, and it's helped to turn my regular from-the-door home rides into more interesting mixed-terrain little jaunts. I also managed to get one of the few remaining copies of Gareth Lovett Jones' English Country Lanes that Jack also recommended; if you can get a copy from someone it is a fabulous philosophical read with great photos too. It's a book crying out for a sensitive re-print or reissue, no idea if the author is still around...?
I got Jack's latest LL book for my lockdown 40th (signed or course ), to join the collection. I really enjoy them for the sense of easy exploration, and it's helped to turn my regular from-the-door home rides into more interesting mixed-terrain little jaunts. I also managed to get one of the few remaining copies of Gareth Lovett Jones' English Country Lanes that Jack also recommended; if you can get a copy from someone it is a fabulous philosophical read with great photos too. It's a book crying out for a sensitive re-print or reissue, no idea if the author is still around...?