Despite last night's victory celebrations, there was a good turnout for today's amble around the Rhondda Valley. Twelve riders including a couple of 'resting' Pacers and Steven and Keith on the tandem set off from Brackla to head out around the Coast , through Cowbridge and out towards Smilog (and one or two other hills) before climbing the Bwlch from the Treorchy side of the mountain, something we haven't done for a while. The weather was the best we've seen for a few months and the views from the tops were fantastic. The pace was pleasantly brisk
, except when climbing the Bwlch!
After descending the Bwlch we stopped for tea and cake in Black mill, much to Harpo's disgust, as there were no table cloths, no flowers on the table , no waiters , and the cafe didn't take American Express. Apparently all a minimum requirement for a Pacers coffee stop!! We then cruised home via Bryncethin and Coity having ridden around 53 miles at around 16.3 mph average speed. Overall a really good ride in perfect conditions. Out today were:
Sgt Major Harpo
Steven & Keith on the tandem
Terry
Tony
Neil (back to his beating best)
Mal
Steve C
Andy Storrie
Lee S
Roy 2
Mark P
Next week it's the Club Hill Climb Champs at Llangeinor and it would be great to beat last year's record participation. See you there.
Mark
