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Headwind and roadworks. The conditions make such a difference and today was a slog. Forests, lakes and sea. Harder to enjoy them today.

Day 31. 140km. Ånäset – Byske. Map and gpx.

Mood is everything, and is influenced by the cycling conditions. Yesterday I had a strong tailwind. Today the same wind was blowing into my face.
Yesterday I had good roads, including good gravel roads. Today there were several stretches with roadworks including a 9km large rock gravel road with lots of roadwork equipment and workers.

It was pretty, though. One snack I had perched on a watch tower. I’m not sure what one watches from there, but it was a good food stop.

I passed lots of pretty lakes. I contemplated swimming but it was a bit cold and windy for that.

I also had a nice descent with a view.

The clouds got darker as the day wore on. I was waiting for the sun to poke through. The sun with the dark clouds always makes for a good photo. Didn’t happen. Still, this building in Skellefteå was nice even without light effects.

I am staying at a mega camping ground with a water slide, big beach, a restaurant and bar equipped with a dancing floor and stage. There is even a dog shower. Apparently tomorrow is a big party. Today is quiet, and not really beach party weather. Still, there are lots of people here (but not in the photo :-))

Tomorrow is a tailwind, but rain. I can test out my rain gear for the first time. Yay! 🙂