Kane felt a bit under the weather as we rode the long climb of Wallaford Road and he wisely decided to head for home while the rest continued to Cross Furzes and the track to Lud Gate. Jack felt the climb had all been worthwhile when we started the moorland descent to Chalk Ford, with views stretching right out to the coast. A profusion of midges ensured that we didn't hang around too long, and after a short climb we were on the long stony downhill to Scoriton. With plenty of time to spare we finished the ride with a ride through Holne and Hembury Woods.