For today's ride we had a choice of destinations. And rather than choosing we went to both!First up a trip to "Krazy Horse" where some of our starting line-up fell by the wayside tackling a fry up. For the remainder a run back to The Fox at Ousden who looked after us again.And for those that needed cake, a run...
Weren't we lucky! After the torrential rain of yesterday, the Hobbsons Choice Run stayed dry, thanks goodness. Thanks to Mike, Pat and helpers for hosting another successful Sunday. We had 25 entrants, with some new faces as well as many familiar ones. Plenty of picturesque villages, scenic views and country lanes. Those guys on modern rockets who overtook us missed so much! I trust...
Today, Tony Porter and Mel Vinton put on a shower-dodging double-act taking us from Waresley Garden Centre to the Silver Ball, and then on to Fowlmere Manor for tea and cake and to inspect the tortoises. Thanks both for leading, to Alan for scooping us up impeccably, and to Gill and Karen for "hostessing". A lovely day...
After the planned July meeting was a complete washout, the August Ride a Bike Night was a very pleasant evening - both weather-wise and socially. The bikes that attended ranged from a 98cc New Hudson to an 1140cc Honda, and from an age perspective from 1929 to 2023. Neil at The Hoops made us very welcome. The only mishap I'm aware of...
Firstly, a vote of thanks to Stuart Bennett for a glorious ride in the sunshine to the Brocket Arms. I think I counted 16 riders plus one pillion. Some narrow country lanes, lovely countryside, a warm welcome at the pub, and we beat the rain. Marvellous. Secondly, thanks to those that stopped to offer assistance and moral support with my frayed...