Friday, July 17, 2009

Easy Riders July 15th

Albert wasn't out yesterday; so here is our report.

A large group left from Hersham with Fuzz leading. Our usual 'C' group: Beryl, Bill, Roger, Ron, John, Dave, Liza, Jonathan and myself. (Had a phone call from Harold but didn't see him at lunch). Also, some from the usual 'B' group who wanted a shorter ride, Liz, Mick and some others.
Fuzz told me his day started well as he was given a kiss by a lady on the train he was on to Hersham. What a charmer! From Hersham, we were soon off road following a track by the River Ember. This was quite tricky in places, so Fuzz called out to be 'careful'. Not long after this; he fell off his bike and cut his leg. But, without much further a do; a plaster did the trick. A couple of wrong turns and a locked gate, we eventually came out to Molesey. Here we went along the tow path and through a gate to Home Park and made our way to The White Hart at Hampton Wick. After a very tasty and very large baked potato with trimmings, we made our way through Richmond Park to Petersham on the more recent track. We stopped at the cafe under the bridge. As the main building was being refurbished, we sat outside with a nice view of the river. Once again, Fuzz started chatting to a lady with her Dad. After passing over some paperwork she said she hopes to join us some time.
A very nice ride with a new route for me. Going back was a different matter. As, Mick, who lives closest to Cheam, decided to go back via Test Hill. I made my way to Cannons for a relaxing jaquassi and sauna. I recorded 38mls.

Lynda.

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