A Group Nov 18th

15 of us left Claygate following in the tracks of B group across the A3 bridge behind Claygate & onto a very sheltered track away from the gusty wind. A pause to let B group disappear, continuing up through Oxshot & River Road closing on the rear guard of the B's another pause and our routes parted at last, we climbed up and down White Downs. Ed & Bob were missing but a phone call to Ed (Phone on!) confirmed it was Bob with a puncture and no pump with Bob!. On to a very well prepared lunch at Abinger Hatch complete with log fire. Away by 2pm into the golden leafy lanes of Friday Street & back to Dorking with a strong following wind (Frank C 35.4 mph on 68" fixed = 175rpm) The ride allong the cycle path to Leatherhead was notable as we all kept together (most unusual!) thanks to Frank on the front with the leader effectively blocking any attempts to dash ahead. Tea at Annies. warm scones ready to leave at 4pm just in time to make space for B group who arrived in dribs and drabs home across Ashtead Common before dark 41 miles and the last day as a runs leader is over.
Pete M