Thursday, February 26, 2009

Easy Riders Feb25th

There were about 15 at The Kings Centre, Chessington. Just in case; Ron had cycled on to Claygate Day Centre earlier and put a map up in case anyone didn't get the message. (Those who are not on the waves).


It was Ron's ride today, so it was to be expected that we would be going off-road a bit. There was Roger, Dave, Beryl, Fuzz, Bill H. Mark, Dennis, John C., Sonia and myself. We had just come out of the day centre, turned left and there was our first track. It was OK; a bit muddy but rideable. It brought us out to Claygate. Then we went a little further on road then left again, and through Claygate Common. This was a bit more dodgy. We had to negotiate stones, fallen branches and yes, soon in front was this rather deep looking puddle. There was no way around it. I was second in line. Ron went through and came out the other end. I followed and held my breath. We all made it, and agreed that there was a largish stone in the middle of the puddle, as we all seemed to waiver in the middle. You might think we are easy riders; but we do get some challenges. On we went, through Oxshott Village; passed The Tilt and met up with Mike W. on the way to Gt. Bookham; where we had lunch at The Anchor. There was a party of 14 there, so had to wait longer than usual. But, they like us there, and are very accommodating. After lunch we continued through Leatherhead, cycle paths to Ashtead Common, then made our way to The Wells Day Centre for afternoon tea; which was on Ron, as he chose the route and we followed him.

Lynda.

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