B Group - 8th October

With a not very good forecast and damp roads, numbers at Dorking 11s for the annual freewheel competition were less than usual. We took the relatively traffic-free route of Pixham Lane, Punchbowl Lane, Blackbrook Road and Red Lane to the freshly resurfaced Root Hill, where the As were waiting. Terry set off first and went much further than yesterday but was still overtaken and beaten by non-wiggling Mark. Helene was the first lady away and set a good distance which was only just beaten by Pam. Meanwhile vigorously wiggling Grant had taken the lead and wasn’t beaten. We all then proceeded to Brockham where the awards (Ed’s unique wood carvings – thanks Ed) were presented to the winners and the runners-up received a tube – hope you didn’t need it on the way home. The Bs then adjourned to The Dolphin, Betchworth for lunch, which was good and served pretty quickly.

The weather was sunny/showery so plan B was used for the afternoon ie Wonham Lane (where the young deer ran on sight of us), Flanchford Road (carefully over the half bridge) to Leigh. Denbies was the 3s destination, via Clayhall Road, Bunce Common Road then head north through Brockham (beware of many potholes) and note the bonfire, across the golf course then back along Pixham Lane. Later we were joined by the As.

Despite the weather an enjoyable day, thanks to Tim for backmarking, Rob for pushing off (the competitors) and Brian for looking out at an almost blind bend.

Terry

Map for Terry's ride today, showing the start point for the Freewheel Competition

The competition was fun, the lunch was very enjoyable, and we didn't get too seriously wet during our meanderings around the lanes.

(8.63 miles in the morning and 9.73 miles after lunch)