We really weren't sure how far Jack would be able to ride on his first day ride. He had done well by the time we reached South Brent, so when everyone had bought what they needed from Plymco we set off boldly for Ermington and Mothecombe. The route includes plenty of downhill riding and everyone did well, so we arrived at the beach shortly before 1pm on what turned out to be a bright and sunny afternoon.

It was as we were settling down to eat lunch that we noticed that Will didn't have anything to eat at all. He had got up too late to pack lunch or money, and had said nothing while we were in the shop at Plymco! Tao gave him his crisps and Michael a piece of his Lemon Meringue pie, and with some rations from our mobile chocolate shop he managed to put together an acceptable meal. Gage and Joe enjoyed riding all over the estuary and everyone joined in the Aerobie game.

In order to return home by a different route we needed to cross the Erme estuary. With the tide out to its fullest extent the task was relatively easy today, and lots of fun in the warm shallow waters. Michael advised everyone to cross barefoot to avoid getting wet trainers, but of course Will and Joe just had to try riding it, with the usual inevitable consequences. Jack enjoyed the wading part so much that he spent another 20 minutes wandering up the river.

When shoes had been reunited with feet we took the easiest route home via California Cross garage, which provide welcome refreshments for the final leg of the journey through South Brent. Jack did incredibly well to complete 35 miles on his first Sunday ride, and Gage also deserves a commendation for doing so well on his third ever club ride.