Weekend Round-Up

This is more of a quick roundup rather than a review of a particular ride.

It’s been another busy weekend for the MCCC. As well as the usual Saturday club ride, members have been participating in events far and near, and that’s just the ones I know about.

It wasn't quite as nice as this at Lacock on Saturday

Saturday’s excursion to Lacock was an enjoyable jaunt and somewhat surprisingly, given the recent rain, we managed to stay dry throughout. Long may the mild weather continue. 

Allow me to apologise though if there was anyone out on the course waiting to join us. Unfortunately I turned right too early and instead of riding down through Kington St Michael to Allington, we ended up on a course which took us through Yatton Keynell, Biddestone and Corsham.

Sunday saw Jamie attempting to tame the Exmoor Beast Cycle Challenge. As formidable as I’ve heard the beast is, my money was still on Jamie coming out on top. Hopefully we’ll see a review of the event from him.

Riders listening to the pre-ride briefing at the Cotswold Water Park

Closer to home, on Sunday I took part in the first of Performance Cycles Winter Mini-Sportive Series. On offer was a choice of courses over either 45 or 65 miles. Both included an ascent of the ‘W’ out of Nailsworth. I was in two minds as to which one I’d tackle and when I reached the split point, with all of the serious climbing already in the bag, I had no hesitation in taking the longer one. The final run-in, especially around the air base at Fairford, might have been as flat as a pancake, but there was a strong headwind to contend with.

With around 100 riders taking part, many of them grouped together in club formations, there wasn’t a wheel to be had anywhere and I was forced to plough a lone furrow. If anyone fancies doing another in the series, then you and your wheel would be very welcome.

Back at Ride HQ there were hot drinks, cake and bacon rolls waiting. 

Finally, just a reminder that this season's Wednesday evening club rides have now come to an end.