At the start in Nonsuch we had 25 riders. This is a record for these Saturday rides and no doubt people were tempted out by the fine weather and it being a holiday weekend. It was especially good to welcome a number of newcomers as well as the regulars. With such a large number we split into 2 groups, the latter being led by Pete Chesson from the Wayfarers and, after picking up 2 more riders in Morden Hall Park, we managed to get to the lunch stop in Hyde Park with no one getting lost. The high spot for me was the walk through Dean's Yard, the ride along Horse Guards and the Mall where tourists were out in force, and fighting off swans trying to eat my lunch.
The weather veered between sunny and warm and cloudy and cold. Typical for the time of year unfortunately.
The ride back was sunnier with a following wind with the group finally dispersing in Merton Park. There were no mechanicals or punctures which was a minor miracle on urban roads.
A big thank you to all those who helped with publicity and on the ride itself. The next Saturday ride will be on the 17th May and led by Nigel Taylor. Details will be posted in advance.
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