Day number God-only-Knows - Como to Lago d'Iseo

The morning ritual is always the same - up at 0700 local time, check that all washed gear is dry, generous breakfast at 0730 and aim to set off at 0800.
Como did not want us to leave - within 1 km if the lovely towncentre an 8-14% climb started and it went in for 4 miles. After that rocky paths up and down, intermittently tarmac'ed paths next to rivers or lakes. There were hundreds if not thousands of Italians out on their bikes - some in the Sunday groups in club outfits but far more families of all ages rolling along the lanes. Lovely to see!
We normally stop for a coffee after 20-25 miles and for lunch after 40ish miles. Today we just had a sandwich and several Oranginas after yet another climb. It is sunny and very hot work - we empty 4-6 waterbottles each during the day.
The scenery is still lovely slthough slighly less mountaineous - you won't hear me complain sbout that, one thing that is noticeable is how clean it us (yes this is Italy but the same applies to France snd Switzerland ) - there are no empty bottles, fast food package etc along the lanes. How come all the pigs are concentrated in the UK? No, don't blame Danish bacon!
We have arrived to lake Iseo - home of the fabulous Riva yachts which are built next to our rather posh hotel, Cocca Hotsl, Royal Thai Spa - have great expectations re food and entertainment. As our windows overlook the lake there is certainly plenty of hydro entertainment!! And in case you wonder - all cycling gear was washed before we are - ready for tomorrow!!