The first Old Gore of the year was eagerly awaited, being a far different challenge to the Wallyford 10 course. A head wind out and tail wind home felt good, so there were some surprises with the times as they came in.
There were a few suggestions for new awards on the night by some e.g. best marshal etc. The best of which was bravest person of the night! This one had to go to Wobbly Bob. Parking (in my opinion with plenty of room to spare) covering the access road to the lane at the start, gave his car keys to The President to move. Apparently for those watching it was amazing to see how many reverse gears your car has, before trundling down the road on a jolly at 3mph. We need to park sensible, not forgetting the lay-by on the straight before the start.
Back to business. Winningest ride of the night was Cookie fresh back from the doctors, only allowed to use 80% effort (not sure how you measure that) going quick but not looking quick. Andrew Jones on the other looked very quick but had to settle on 2nd spot. Surprise of the night had to go to Fallon; finding Will had got his scalp. Could this one be down to Fallon’s very large frame & Will’s minuscule proportions (apart from the belly) on the hills?
The Wobbly one proved last weeks ride was no fluke again putting in a really good ride, and again stealing my fine scalp in the process. Martin Green looks like he too has designs on what scalp I have left - has his performance curve just changed?
Back to business. Winningest ride of the night was Cookie fresh back from the doctors, only allowed to use 80% effort (not sure how you measure that) going quick but not looking quick. Andrew Jones on the other looked very quick but had to settle on 2nd spot. Surprise of the night had to go to Fallon; finding Will had got his scalp. Could this one be down to Fallon’s very large frame & Will’s minuscule proportions (apart from the belly) on the hills?
The Wobbly one proved last weeks ride was no fluke again putting in a really good ride, and again stealing my fine scalp in the process. Martin Green looks like he too has designs on what scalp I have left - has his performance curve just changed?
What’s this, another person for everyone to look out for? Sam the Missile Walker with his new shiny helmet has again made ground up on the front-runners. I’m sure he’s going to be playing with the front-runners later in the year on some courses. Alan Taylor’s another whose times are tumbling in the right direction. His Quote of the night was “It won’t be long before I’m in the 56’s.” Not sure if he meant on a 10 or a 25…
Simon from The Vorest has again impressed me; you must have been training at some point. You’re going faster now than when you used to try. Another Quote this time by Reynolds, “That’s the slowest I’ve ever done in 20 years of racing, apart from the time I got a puncture.” In fairness he had done several days riding that week, but even so, it should have been in the 27’s, Fletch said you were pinging on the way out as you passed him. The James and Clive show still goes on. James must be very pleased with his winter work; Clive was producing the effort that gave him the name “The Animal” tugging the bar like a kid eagerly after sweets in a sweet shop.
Simon from The Vorest has again impressed me; you must have been training at some point. You’re going faster now than when you used to try. Another Quote this time by Reynolds, “That’s the slowest I’ve ever done in 20 years of racing, apart from the time I got a puncture.” In fairness he had done several days riding that week, but even so, it should have been in the 27’s, Fletch said you were pinging on the way out as you passed him. The James and Clive show still goes on. James must be very pleased with his winter work; Clive was producing the effort that gave him the name “The Animal” tugging the bar like a kid eagerly after sweets in a sweet shop.
Pete Mumford chose a tougher course for his first appearance of the year just going over evens. He looked happy with his time though. Tom, what can I say? I have never seen someone who has such a variation in times each week, I think you need more rest time between rides and possibly more beer drinking to improve your times. Robin may have chosen the wrong bike this week but, on the positive side, it’s good preparation for the Road Bike 10 later in the year. Tony has eyed Mike up as his sparring partner this year. Mike has even removed the front mudguard now; wait till he’s taken the saddlebag off. Tony could then be in trouble. Gerald again was last man home but unbeknown to him, will have a fan club out supporting him next week. Thanks this week go to Julie timing, Taff launching riders, and Bill & Audrey at the turn.
Rider of the night this week had 3 names come up, but by a large majority it has gone to Will for the large jump in performance, also seeing the look on Fallon’s face when he realised you were holding his scalp. “Wait till I start the speed work” was Will’s quote later on in the bar. I’m sure he wasn’t drinking tho!
Rider of the night this week had 3 names come up, but by a large majority it has gone to Will for the large jump in performance, also seeing the look on Fallon’s face when he realised you were holding his scalp. “Wait till I start the speed work” was Will’s quote later on in the bar. I’m sure he wasn’t drinking tho!
Next week we’re back to Walford, always wanting someone at the turn, volenteers?
Forest event is 2 up at Lydbrook.
Sunday (tomorrow) is the Cross Ash Hilly. If you can lend a hand Paul Fallon would be very grateful. Please let him know!
Sunday 30th May has a MTB day pencilled in at Brechfa forest. It is one of the best places I’ve been to for mountain biking. Contact me if interested
Paul
Forest event is 2 up at Lydbrook.
Sunday (tomorrow) is the Cross Ash Hilly. If you can lend a hand Paul Fallon would be very grateful. Please let him know!
Sunday 30th May has a MTB day pencilled in at Brechfa forest. It is one of the best places I’ve been to for mountain biking. Contact me if interested
Paul
Just discovered Sharkies going to be here by Wednesday. He may need a bike for Thursday!
ReplyDeleteI might have been scalped, but at least I am not wearing a thong, or singing one (see first pic, for Will in fetching thong and half pants combo). Wait till next week...... where I will be eating my words, with relish.
ReplyDeleteIn the spirit of current hungmania, and to reciprocate as visiting member it should be Mr Reynolds as in Mr Thag in my report!
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Thanks also for "The Welcome". Game on.
Steve PRCC