I think Abby has hit it right on the nail for me too. 30 years ago I was competitive- had to be in the sport I was in then- but I hope I have matured since then. I realise my current capabilities and for me my aim is to get up that hill. If I were to be competitive and want to kill the hill- then it would take a lot out of me for the rest of the ride. And hopefully there will be a lot more of the ride to come.
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How long was I in the army? Five foot seven.
Spike Milligan