Yesterday, we all woke to a cold and frosty morning, but this morning we woke to an altogether warmer day, so there was absolutely no excuse not to get out and ride – particularly since the ride started just down the road at Godalming Station. So where was everyone – with the G&G Wayfarers indulging themselves at their Christmas lunch? Anyway, there were just two of us joining leader Clive at 9am, myself and Keith Gooders, who described himself as an ‘occasional’ rider with us. Well, Keith, just try and make it just a bit less occasional, if you please – it was great riding with you!
My somewhat tardy start caused me to leave my satnav behind, so I’m relying on Keith to send me his track which will be added to this blog later (which he did, and it is). Essentially we headed south via Wormley and Lodsworth to Midhurst for coffee – free mince pie today: yay! Then down south of the 272 through those lovely wooded lanes to Pulborough and Wigginholt RSPB for a light lunch. Then retrace and back home via Coldwaltham, Fittleworth, Kirdford, Plaistow, Dunsfold and so on. And boy, did the legs grumble on the hills towards the end. Total mileage for me: 65.5 miles (more for the others); that’s exactly 100kms with 1100 metres of climbing thrown in – not bad for December.
This was the route, which you can view in more detail here: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/6604423
There was one shower – and we were in the caff when it came over; otherwise it was really very pleasant despite a bit of a headwind at times. A lovely winter day, and here are the photos to prove it:
Lovely photos Mark, glad you had a good day. We were among 16 at the GG Christmas lunch. Where do you recommend for coffee in Midhurst? I wouldn’t know where to choose since the Copper Kettle closed – or has it reopened?
Mark you are getting so skilful at taking these pictures and they are very effective. I feel quite guilty having stayed at home with the family. I won’t send the photos in as not cycle related.
I do enjoy seeing the views you produce from the comfort of home. Perhaps I am getting old!
Best wishes
Bob