Our start was delayed this morning when Michael discovered a flat tyre caused by an enormous thorn. Only John and Michael took part in the ride today so we were able to enjoy a faster-paced ride that took us up Green Lane, through Broadhempston and on to Ipplepen. We had a great refreshment stop at Fermoys garden centre - the only real difficulty was trying to choose from the huge range of cakes and flans on offer.

We returned at a good pace via Fishacre Barton and Staverton, feeling very satisfied to have ridden a good mileage for a morning ride.