To Wiston led by Mike O

The weather was cold but not freezing nor wet as some

forecasts had predicted, the route was through some

lovely country, the company and social chat en-route

was pleasant and the tea stop was welcome. Lastly but

definitely not least the leader was hugely skilled and

solicitious to his group ! Yes, last Sunday's Club Run

was another pleasant and healthful outing.

About eight riders met at the Angel and set off to the

south with the target of the Wiston Post Office and

tea rooms (Wiston is just under the South Downs near

to Washington/Ashington and the A24 to Worthing) .

With all being similarly fit and experienced, the pace

was brisk without being too fast though was obviously

not enough for one of our number who couldn't but help

himself from occasionally breaking away from the bunch

(excuse : "It's just in me !"). The tea stop was warm

and welcoming though, as ever, it was a struggle to

get going again afterwards particlarly as we were now

heading back into a steady Northerly wind.

The excellent route card supplied by our Chair took us

through some lovely quiet, traffic-free roads (about 8

mins on one road without having to share it with a

car!) until we rejoined civilisation (traffic !) near

Christ's Hospital and our route to the north and east

for home. By this time, at least one in our group was

flagging slightly but, in accordance with Club

practice, others rallied round and encouraged, pushed,

cajoled and sheltered said rider for the remainder of

the journey. Nice to see that our practice of not

dropping riders fron Club Runs ensures that everyone

makes it to the end - safely !

A particular welcome to David, refugee from Kingston

Wheelers (through having moved to Reigate just days

previously). Though with much obviously to do at home,

still found the time to put all that behind him and

get out on his bike. Just our sort of guy ! Nice guy,

nice bike, hope that you enjoyed riding with us and

that we see you again soon David !

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