Sunday 12th february

Went out to the gate as Tinkerbell and Silverfox arrived.  Precisely at 9 we set off and met the Phatboy as we headed into the Park by the Woolston Cut.  We then travelled posse style to the bridge at Ferrymead.  The track along the towpath is getting rather overgrown.  We decided it was already warm and cruised up St Andrews stopping once in the shade for a quick regroup.  Finally arrived at the bottom entrance to John Brittain where I led off.  Hot work all the way stopping in the shade of the trees at the top.  Welcome relief from the sun and a little breeze to help cool off.  We decided to head straight up Broadleaf Lane for the shade.  Topped out at the aerials before taking our own lines down.  The rocks caused some discomfort for my ribs and back but I survived even if it was not the fastest trip down.  Phatboy and Dozer led off down Greenwood.  Everyone had a pretty good run down but it certainly was not my best.  We then rode the road section of Godley until we climbed up the farm track so we could do the fist section in reverse.  Quite a quick run here although I was starting to struggle.  Down Ct Thomas at various speeds with the boys all waiting for me after the tricky climb.  We then finished the down in quick time.  A stop at Dot Com and a discussion on possibilities for this years trip.  Then homeward along the road we headed.  Overall a good ride although it was hot!!

http://www.mapmyride.com/workout/2004094157

Saturday 4th February

Hooked up with Phatboy, The Cook and Dozer on his new Trek and we headed up Rapaki.  Me feeling sore all the way.  Dozer still working out how to ride his machine.loop of Montgomery before the last uphill of Rapaki.  Others did some of the side singletrack while I headed up the smooth track.  Quick regroup before heading over Mt Vernon with me leading.  Another quick regroup before Phatboy led off around the Traverse.  All good until the dipper which really hurt my ribs.  I took the road down to The Kiwi while the others did Thompsons then we headed down Old Dyers for a look before climbing back to the skidder site.  Down Shazzas which hurt so much I rode down K2 while the others did Bridges etc.  Down the track and headed home for an early finish.

http://www.mapmyride.com/workout/1989523895