Ludlow Sportive 16/09/18

[ChrisP]

Rather an early start for a great ride in the lanes west of Ludlow.

Start point Ludlow Rugby Club in the shadow of the castle.

Off down the road heading for the hills and some rain.

Had a great days ride with this rider I teamed up with from Bristol.

He kindly waited for me  when I punctured and I managed to straighten his back wheel after he broke a spoke.

Grass down the centre of the lanes as we head for the first climb.

Ended rather misty and wet.

First food stop Newcastle on Clun village hall.

Tea and cakes the ladies sure no how to bake.

Three wise monkeys.

Back out into the mist.

And more hills.

Second food stop Aston on Clun village hall.

More tea and cakes.

These were by far the best feed stops of this years outings.

Now for the last 20 mile run to the finish.

Only problem the last long climb before dropping back into Ludlow.

Nick from Bristol my companion for the day.

Happy ending another gong and a bottle of beer.

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A few pics of the activities going on at this cycling festival.

A track marked out for youngsters to race round.

Bikes supplied  by local shop for them to ride.

A great way to attract new blood.

  

Roll on next Sunday for the Tommy Godwin ride hope the weather is better.