Thanks @Foxtrot Oscar and the rest of the convoy members for your patience due to my constant refusals. I lost count. I probably had at least 10!!! Even my son asked me why I am struggling so much today. However, after getting some really useful tips from @Brette (many thanks!) and upon deflating further, it is as if I have 4 new wheels and it was really enjoyable. Also special shout out to @Gaurav Soni for holding position whilst waiting for me to clear my refusals.
Overall, it was still a very enjoyable drive for me notwithstanding the challenges. The winter weather and mixture of terrain was great!