Dave Vine's meticulously planned ride took us up Critten Lane to Ranmore; Abinger Lane up to the Common; the steep Pitland St. on the way to Peaslake; and finally the lovely Combe Lane to whet our appetites for lunch.
17 As left Cobham in Spring-like conditions ready for Dave's hills, with all evidence of snow banished. After 21 miles we were at the Bull's Head, West Clandon, soon after 1.00pm - 2 more riders than anticipated, and joined by Geoff G. just as we arrived.
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| Ready to leave the Bulls Head - for a level afternoon's ride. (photo Geoff.G) |
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| Waiting for the puncture-repair crew. |
Riders gradually peeled-off as we approached Effingham, on the way to Downside, and after the track from Downside to Stoke D'Abernon, leaving 7 to cycle along Fairmile and tea at Cafe Giro, Esher.
Thanks to Dave. V for providing the route - to celebrate the absence of snow and ice, and to Simon for formatting the .gpx files so that they worked seamlessly in my Garmin - apart from a little wobble at Peaslake. Brian performed as an excellent back marker, and corner markers kept the pace up.
We hope you're not too disappointed at missing the hills Dave, but to make-up for it Janice has promised a challenging re-run next week!
Thanks for your company on an enjoyable birthday ride.
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Many thanks Ged for taking over the ride at such short notice, and to everyone who came out to ride it. Having more A’s out than B’s should be celebrated.
On my recce last week I found the morning climbs really enjoyable, especially the views, but almost died on the mostly downhill leg after lunch; so hopefully it wasn’t too gruelling for you.
I’m unsure if I will be out next week, but if I am I will take Janice’s gpx route, as I sure won’t be as strong as you guys. I have been keeping my spirits up during endless visits to Mum in hospital by reading ride reports from last year on my phone. It’s nice to look back, but nothing like as much fun as the real thing.
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