Rathmines Ride Report 29th May 2025

 Tony asked that we swap rides as he had an outing, he was keen to attend.

 

14 Riders gathered on a cold overcast day including a virgin. Wouldn’t you know it, another bloody GS rider. The clap was duly dispensed.

 

The old road was a novelty. We actually kept to the 60klh speed limit for most of the way due to a slow car who did not have the decency to move over to let us past. Morning tea at Jerrys so no corner markers to that point due to it being a regular stop. Two friendly little piggies were seen along the way and another dropped in to join us for smoko.

 

After morning tea, I presented a safety talk about the dangers of the gravel, sand and mud that maybe hidden around the corners along Mandalong Road. Just to make sure all had understood the talk a demonstration on how to handle the mud, how not to get out of the mud and thanks Peter W and Co for demonstrating how to lift a bike of a rider’s leg. It seems the group paid attention as all came through the, as promised, sand, mud, etc. My knee should be ok for next week.

 

Rathmines Park is looking good. The old hangers have been removed and new toilets were installed near to a covered seating area for lunch.

 

A good number headed for the PITS, more world problem solving, advice on solar installations and a magpie christened Richo with what is supposed to be good luck. Just as well cows can’t fly Eh Peter.

 

Thanks for the company. Till next week. Andrew