Staple Lane, Pitch Hill, Leith Hill and Box Hill were on the agenda. However we didn't vouch for the road closure up from Shere, at the junction of Hound House Road and Hook Lane. No matter, Mark was able to guide us along quiet lanes via Burrows Cross into Peaslake. Whilst the planned climb up Pitch Hill would have been a gentle gradient, the ramp-up from Peaslake along Walking Bottom to rejoin the route was a bit of a shock to the system. But with a fast descent to lunch at the Bulls Head meant we hadn't lost much time.
Our route from Weybridge took 16 of us through Row Town, West Byfleet, Pyrford and Ripley, with a stop for a breather at Send Prison. Then it was up Staple Lane. Unfortunately Geoff had to scratch with a knee injury, handing over back-marking to Dave Vine. Still he enjoyed an early tea at his favourite teashop (Pinnocks) waiting for his chauffeur home!
Mike Morley made it 16 again at the Bulls Head, Ewhurst, tucking into his 'Seniors Lunch'
Then it was the third climb of the day up Leith Hill, shortly followed by Box Hill - where the fast climbers waited for the tail-enders - (one needing a sit-down!)
Eight made it to tea at Destination Bikes, where, after tea and cakes, we drooled over the bike bling on offer.
35miles, with 994m of ascent made for challenging, but enjoyable riding. Lets hope it's a foretaste of winter riding.
Thanks to the back-markers and corner makers keeping the show on the road.
Check-out our route. https://www.relive.cc/view/1938202971
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