Ride report for the Easy Riders - 15th March

Hardy riders first spring fling

Finally the daffodils were properly flowering this Wednesday, and just as reliably, the sunshine brought eleven riders out to meet at North Cheam. Holy moly! Was it FOMO (fear of missing out?) after last week's splendid outing in the snow? Or simply the promised joys of spring? Who can say, but there was much catching up to do before we gathered ourselves and set out for coffee at Ashtead.

There we were joined by Don and John, Terry and Sandy; some of us indoors, but mostly outside. Really good to have nearly our full complement meeting together.

Liz and Richard peeled off after coffee, the rest of us headed to the Stepping Stones for lunch, all taking the direct route along the A24 cycleway past Leatherhead. A little headwind, but not so very cold as in recent weeks. We'd phoned ahead from the cafe, and our lunch table was ready for us, plus a very nice welcome and good service.

Seven of us enjoyed tea at the Old Moat. About 26 miles over the day. Many thanks all for your good company!

Helen