Days 1-3. 130 miles/ 208 km Two and a half days cycling to get from home to Portsmouth. I thought about doing it in two but I'm pleased I went for the soft option, the combination of the weight on the bike and a bit of a westerly wind took some getting used to. The fact that I had to cross The Chilterns and the North and South Downs made it a good decision. Trying to stand up and peddle on hills with a 45ilb load is an interesting experience, you wobble. Found ...