John Stuart, one of our founding members, made a surprise come-back this evening on his old Saracen mountain bike, dusted off especially for the occasion. Our route took us to Dean Prior and up the long climb past Nurston Farm, but we hadn't gone far before Michael got another in his long series of punctures: unable to penetrate his new puncture-proof front tyre, the thorn (which had no business being on a village street in any case) chose the rear tyre!

New youngster Josh performed well on the climb, and we were soon on the open moor enjoying the last of the sunset and a few Aerobie throws. Four delightful miniature ponies raced us on the descent to Cross Furzes, clearly demonstrating their evolutionary desire for speed.