The regulars returned this week to be joined by "old" friends Pete & Daphne and new member Lawrence Ying from Tooting.
A bog-standard route to Leatherhead where Andrew made contact with the tarmac and Daphne did the first aid stuff. Simon L kindly escorted the shaken rider home and we continued to Clandon Park Garden Centre but not before a narrow escape when a motorist decided to pass so close as to cause my handlebars to be knocked by his chassis.
A plethora of cyclists were enjoying the sunshine but on leaving we were down to 9. My decision to take the "private" road to Merrow was misjudged as two gates had to be negotiated (see pic).
It was across the golf course to One tree Hill Road and the NDW to Pewley Down. Across the River Wey, Ferry Lane, Littleton to The Cricketers, Farncombe.
According to BITE, Hurtmore's Squirrel closed unexpectedly last November and hasn't been open since.
A fine Fullers pub (I picked), pint of squash - 70p. Up to double figures now thanks to Bob and MM.
Off by 13:55 and the climb known as Holloway Hill. The reward was the delightful descent from Busbridge to Thorncombe Street where Pam overtook me.....weeeeeeeeee!
Slow climb to the top again and the road drops down to Gate Street Farm and the little used road that comes out on the A281.
Whilst we regrouped at the top of Farley Heath I dropped a bombshell....................Capel was clearly a cake too far on this hottest day of the year. Most appeared reticent on the management decision as Abinger is a poor substitute (not enough seating and pricey).
However, Shere's Antique and Collectors fair in the village hall came to our rescue and we were all smiles after homemade cake and cup of tea - £1.80.
Very warm, first time in shorts this year.
Ripley's summer cycle jumble - Saturday 20th June............thanks to Pam for info.
A bog-standard route to Leatherhead where Andrew made contact with the tarmac and Daphne did the first aid stuff. Simon L kindly escorted the shaken rider home and we continued to Clandon Park Garden Centre but not before a narrow escape when a motorist decided to pass so close as to cause my handlebars to be knocked by his chassis.
A plethora of cyclists were enjoying the sunshine but on leaving we were down to 9. My decision to take the "private" road to Merrow was misjudged as two gates had to be negotiated (see pic).
It was across the golf course to One tree Hill Road and the NDW to Pewley Down. Across the River Wey, Ferry Lane, Littleton to The Cricketers, Farncombe.
According to BITE, Hurtmore's Squirrel closed unexpectedly last November and hasn't been open since.
A fine Fullers pub (I picked), pint of squash - 70p. Up to double figures now thanks to Bob and MM.
Off by 13:55 and the climb known as Holloway Hill. The reward was the delightful descent from Busbridge to Thorncombe Street where Pam overtook me.....weeeeeeeeee!
Slow climb to the top again and the road drops down to Gate Street Farm and the little used road that comes out on the A281.
Whilst we regrouped at the top of Farley Heath I dropped a bombshell....................Capel was clearly a cake too far on this hottest day of the year. Most appeared reticent on the management decision as Abinger is a poor substitute (not enough seating and pricey).
However, Shere's Antique and Collectors fair in the village hall came to our rescue and we were all smiles after homemade cake and cup of tea - £1.80.
Very warm, first time in shorts this year.
Ripley's summer cycle jumble - Saturday 20th June............thanks to Pam for info.
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