I think I discovered a new phenomenon today. Trouser drag! Sadly the long expected but thus far avoided rain finally caught up with us overnight so this morning we reluctantly went for the 'designer plastic look' (see delightful photos below). Now the thing about waterproofs is that they lie! That's to say they pretend to stop you from getting wet but in fact not only do they gradually let water in by devious means but they also make you so hot that before long you're as soggy from the inside as you are from without. Secondly, wherever they end (jacket just below the waist, trousers round your boots) the water simply rolls off and sneakily seeps in, not content with making the wearer look a total numpty but defying all attempts on their part to stay dry. And another thing ... With the rain today came the wind and hence my scientific discovery. When you find yourself clad head to foot in fabric designed to keep the draughts out and roomy enough to go over your normal gear you realise that your surface area is significantly increased - see photo 2 as I demonstrate. And thus, in imitation of black and blue sails, every step required additional force to propel these weary pilgrims forward and thus, with leaden legs, soggy socks, walnut-wrinkled feet and STILL soaked to the skin .... we arrived!
Somewhat disappointingly there was no fanfare, and not even a 'you made it' marker but we did it and have the certificate to prove it. Happy, weary and proud of our efforts you'll excuse me if I stop there. A celebratory meal and a glass or two beckon.
Looking tired and still only just on the outskirts of the city
Just a fraction of our stamped 'credential' to prove we walked all the way.
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