The first Old Gore came and went after months of hibernation and secret training. The weather was ok but with a slight breeze that seemed to come from everywhere, making it hard all the way around (seems to only be my opinion though).
For once we started on Proper Ross time, and as predicated had a very decisive victory, which left Turbo Will like a dog with 10 tails. To say he was ecstatic was an understatement. Alan Matthews (The T1000) slotted into second spot well away from what could be one of the seasons hottest battles between Dave H and “The Destroyer” . I struggled home with the fillings rattled out, so note to self for next time to try 90PSI in my tubs.
“The Missile” lead home a 4 way battle royal with Andy Parker in close pursuit, only just in front of Terry on the 1st road bike home and Simon Burke finding his weight a slight disadvantage on the return leg .
“The Animal” took his first big scalp of the season just beating Happy Taylor on his fixed wheeled machine. Happy being happy was not happy till he had complained about the road surface after Marcle straight hence the fixed machine. In fairness he wasn’t hanging around apart from the up hills. The Spinner will get faster, it’s always hard first time out on lungs and legs that have not turned in anger for a few months needing coaxing back up to full steam. Tony chose to use his old bike, but seemed happy with his performance being a lot quicker this year than 12 months ago.
Do we have a rising star I the camp? Young Matt Fallon put in a super ride, encouraged by dad who looked to be struggling on his wheel in places. Julie was really impressed by Pauls encouraging Matt up the hill which could be heard from ½ a mile away. The poor little chapped almost chundered once past the finish. Well done Matt!
Some one has to come last; this week was new boy Ollie. I did tell him to just ride it and see what happens, setting a benchmark for the next time out. He did enjoy it. Unluckiest rider was Steve Millard, as he dropped 3800watts of power down, left a 15 foot darky before snapping his chain, game over!
Rider of the night this week was “Turbo Will” as voted down the club after. I don’t think I have ever seen some one so happy or unruffled after a race.
Next week we are at Walford, starting promptly so don’t be late as I’m expecting a big turn out.
Timing Julie Stephens
Pusher off Mary Middleton
Turn John Hall & Bill Reay
Don’t forget after next weeks event, The Ross have invited everyone back to the rowing club for a chip butty supper, free gratis..
If anyone is free and bored on the weekend of 23/24th July, Jwooooones the Steam would love help/helpers in his bid to beat my 24hour record. If you fancy a weekend on the road you can contact him through me.
Forest event is a 2 up 10 at Lydbrook starting at 7:00
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