68 miles, N tailwind to return.

What a difference a tailwind makes, more appreciated when returning- a little tired  but feeling fresh still. Ashbourne is full of very noisy motor-bikes, how do they get away with that?

The new belt for the record player is a bit tight. It’s supposed to be 21½” long, this one is nearly 1¾” shorter.  The guy who sold it seems to think it’s OK like that- but it pulls the suspension over to one side. I can’t imagine how they think different tension, different thickness and springiness is acceptable. I’m going to order a genuine Linn belt as soon as possible. Besides, since the motor has less torque than it used to I will go for a service at a dealer- there is one in Aldridge. The worry is that they may suggest a new motor which is over £80 + labour.