Numbers were boosted this evening by those Buckfastleigh members who were joining the two-night hostel weekend to Dartington and Salcombe. We were nearly late arriving at Dartington, despite taking the easy route along Colston Road, because of a few mechanical problems along the way. First was David Platt Junior's rear gear cable - he was about to go home when Michael produced a spare that was just long enough for his small ATB. Second came Andrew Caunter's chain and some minor brake adjustments. Last but not least, at the hostel, was Andrew Simmons' puncture, which delayed the evening riders long enough to make them late home. They made use of the time, however, and browsed around the hostel - the cosy common room with its open fire made many wish they were on the weekend as well.