1st Walford 10

The first Walford saw some great times for the first fast event of the year. Slightly cooler tempertures and a slight breeze did not slow some down, in fact it inspired some. Top of the heap again this week was “Turbo Will”, but the day could be numbered as some one with Ginger hair was spotted out training recently!

Closing the gap Dave H put in a good time, being chased by “The Destroyer”. It’s only a matter of time before the gloves are off properly. Not wanting to be left out Paul F. has pulled his finger out. Could this be a real handbag’s at dawn battle brewing?

1st of the foreigners was Andy P or from now on “Hare”. Dave P. put in a good ride, which was on what looked like a new piece of machinery. Burkey was happy to have got my scalp, when asked after if he was happy all Burke wanted to do was beat Hare, who between them appear to take it in turns to beat each other, hence Burke & Hare!

“The Missile” has gone up a notch homing in on the battle in front passing my good self along the way. Martin Green quietly got on with the job in hand sneaking up the field.

New to this side of the world saw Jon W. just edged out our own “Mr. All the Gear, No idea Taff Lavington”, who put in a very good ride. Back on the scene after a few year off saw Kerry Trigg looking keen to get back up to speed tying with Paul H. who was looking forward to the chip supper more than the race I think!

Wayne was like a man possessed, once caught by his minute man never let him get to far away. “The Animal”, Terry Grey & “The Spinner” ended up split by 6 seconds, which I think will be interesting to see what happens next time out. Young Gary managed to do the course without doing an extra loop, with his best time this year.

Max S. just squeezed Tony “The Tiger” out in his first time trial looking like he had just ran a marathon. Well actually he had, The London Marathon.

For an old Pie eater Ziggy Fletcher was happy to be inside evens on the Ross side. Charlie B appeared to be pleased with his ride as was new boy Ollie who is getting closer to his target of 30 minutes.

Julie Suff put in a fantastic effort looking really smooth. It’s only a matter time before she dips into the sub 30’s. Someones got to come last, this week was “Mike The Post”, but we could all be in trouble soon as he is threatening to take his saddle bag off!

Timing this week was Julie Stephens, Mary Middleton & Bob Ryan were launch control, with Bill Reay at the turn, thank you all.

Rider of the night was an interesting one this week. We had more nominations than ever. After much whittling down we were left with 5 candidates. Well after a smashing great super (thanks to Bill & Mary from all who enjoyed) chip supper, we then got to the nitty gritty over the odd beer. Good job we had Friday off! After much deliberation commendations to Dave H. The Destroyer, Wayne M. & Taff were needed, but this weeks rider of the night goes to Max Suff. For a first effort that was a great ride on a normal road bike. The pain was in your face from the effort as you finished, well done!

This weeks event is an Old Gore 10 at 7:00pm sharp.