Beverly and I spent the weekend cycling from Bristol to Brecon as part of our Étape ambitions (which is altogether another story). And despite the wind, rain, etc. we found Welsh drivers so much more courteous then their counterparts on this side of the bridge. They would pull over in narrow lanes as we approached, they patiently sat behind us to wait to pass and when they did, they did so with a friendly honk.
Same with passers by - despite the weather, everyone had a smile, a greeting or a wave as we cycled past. Whenever we stopped, likewise, everyone seemed happy to chat.
So what's going on in Wales to make them so cyclist-friendly? Could it be the Nicole Cooke effect or simply the pasting they gave the England rugby team a fortnight ago? Dunno. Anyway, thank you Wales for a great weekend!
Jerry
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