On another very hot and sunny day we decided that an amble around Haldon Forest Park shouldn’t make us overheat too much. John got all five bikes into his van and the other passengers went in Michael’s C30, and we arrived at the park at around 10.55.

First we rode the Blue track, called the Challenge Trail, supposedly of medium difficulty. Racing ahead of the group as we left a woodland area Ash failed to notice a tiny stone bridge as it was concealed by undergrowth. He went into the gully at high speed, was thrown over the handlebars and ended up with cuts and bruises on his right arm. Fortunately it was not too serious and he was able to continue with the ride.

The riding had been rather hot so when we got back at 12.45 we had drinks, soups and other refreshments at the café until 1.30 and then rode the easy Green track which took around fifteen minutes. We then went home for around 2.20 and had a games social after the ride until 3.30.