31st May 2009
Bunny Riders: Janine & Annette
Meeting point: Gosford Pool
Time: 11:20am sharp
Bunny status: hung-over
We steered through puddles along the pathway - so called wheel-washes 'pling' pop your coin in for fabulously clean wheels, wet bum and spray person behind you with fresh rain water... There is a knack to lifting feet high and hoping speed will get you through the water without a gentle topple (bike & rider bath), which we gladly managed.
Along the ride we also managed to discuss pro-opinions on ‘cleats’ (also known as dare-devil-straps), which keep your feet locked to the pedals, adding an adventurous element to stopping at intersections – while supposedly giving your calf muscles an all-round workout. The importance of this gadget needs further pondering...
Although there was a lot of water on the road, we avoided the rain completely – we did meet other riders who had obviously come through a shower or two, but we seemed to have timed our ride quite well.
A short stop in Woy Woy before we embarked on the trip back. Janine spent part of the ride deciding to commit to the upcoming 'Bay-to-Bay-Run' (12km Woy Woy to Gosford), and devising strategies to conquer the track on foot.
We stopped at Officeworks in West Gosford on the way back, where we topped up our depleted water supplies. After a nice chat we parted ways here; Janine continued on the ride back to Gosford Pool to complete the 24 km ride.
Annette turned her bike homeward bound & rode back up Kariong hill.
The fresh breeze from the bay and the nice cruisy ride was a perfect way to lift the Sunday to a new level. Breathing in fresh air while taking in the scenery and riding along with great company: PERFECT!
The Stats
Riding distance – 24 km
Riding time – 1 hour 30 min
Attire – high visibility bunny vests
Fluids – water and vitamin water
The Map
Look forward to the next ride girls!
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