Sunday, 15th January 2017

Distance: 22 miles – Difficulty: 4/5 – Weather: Fine, sunny periods

Toughest ride of the year so far, the steep climb up to Wentwood Forest to the reservoir before taking on the firetracks. Steep climbs and fast downhills on very muddy and slippery tracks, before exiting on the road to Earlswood. Another steep climb before cruising down to Shirenewton and the Tredegar Arms pub for refreshments. There was a time deep in the forest were we thought we had lost David Vass for good, the steep climbs and treacherous tracks taking its toll, but two sugary sweets and a pint of cider and he was off like a man possessed. Well done Dave. The ride concluded with the fast downhill to Cwm and the long climb to Highmore Hill and Dewstow. A good but somewhat muddy day.

Riders:

1. Tony Griffiths
2. Rob Stallard
3. Steve Chappelle
4. Grahame Morton
5. Lesley Russell
6. David Vass