We have ten riders who are challenging themselves in the "Slam" series this year, endeavouring to cover distances of between 40kms and 200kms. They are; Nigel Carr, Ross Challinger, John Daniels, Max Dutschke, Trevor Garnaut, Garry Hibble, Dene Lockwood, Mary Lockwood, Raelene Mason and Josh Shepherdson. I'm sure everyone wishes them well both in their training and in reaching their goals.
For the first ride of 40kms/80kms, the start/finish point was the yacht club. It was a pity that the toilets were locked. As one passer by commented, "You don't get much for your rates these days do you?"
The 40km riders went to Sleaford and back. The 80km riders went to the Coomunga railway x-ing, back to the yacht club, then out to Sleaford. On returning to town a 5km loop was added to make up the 80kms. This was a particularly good effort given the extremely blustery conditions. But, to put it in the words of our intrepid Martin S. (albeit a few years ago), "It is character building!"
Thankyou to Kingsley for providing a welcome refreshment break, which made the last 30kms easier to face.
A particular pat on the back to both Garry and Nigel for making the trip down from Tumby Bay so early. Next time, when dragging yourselves out of bed, think of them already on the road.
Bring on the next one! Mary
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