Tuesday 12th August

Weather looked ok so Bugs rode over to the bottom of Rapaki where The Silver Fox was waiting. Dozer arrived shortly afterwards. After a brief chat we joined the procession of runners and riders up the hill into the cold wind. Rode as a group most of the way up, no stopping at the Summit road as the wind was cold and strong. Up into Mt Vernon with Dozer leading. Rest at a chat at the start of the Traverse. Dozer lead off with Bugs hot on his heals and The Fox not far behind. Dozer had a little moment on the down hill towards the pond. Luckily he managed to save him self before biting the dust. Regroup at top of Vic park. Headed down though the rock garden at a good speed with no mishaps. Regroup at the skidder site then Bugs lead down though the trees with Dozer behind and The Fox following close behind. Regroup then Dozer lead down the last section which had a few muddy ruts which made you keep your speed down. Bugs slid out on one switch back and ended up facing back uphill again. Dozer had a good run with The Fox taking things safely. Reqroup at the bottom then rode out to the road. Dozer split off 1st, then The Fox turned left and Bugs went right. Nice ride across town with the rain starting about half way and getting heaver as the closer I got to home. Home around 825pm.