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From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon

Crew:

Stunt, PTD, Shaun, Salad Dodger, Eric the Brave, Bernard, Peter & Jack, Trevor Jackson, Mark

From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon

Route:

Old Buxton Road Zig Zags & Bridleway to Teggs Nose, Walker Barn, Charity & Extension, Stanley Arms, Standing Stone, Back of the Moon Ridge to Shutlingsloe path, Nessit Hill variations, Hanging Gate, Church House.

From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon

Conditions:

Sunny with a light breeze, much running water.

Stats:

11.5 miles & 2100 Ft climb (thanks Mikes geeky garmin: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/10275210 )

1 puncture

From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon

Notes:

El Pres gives the ride his blessing and shares newfound wisdom “don’t land on your glasses in your chest pocket when you crash” L

Bernard shows off toolkit! – but can newfangled bikes ever be as reliable as the trusty Raleigh?

Plenty of passing interest from Barracks lane to the top of charity..

Chatty lady cyclist, Horses on bridleway, trail bikes & bilberry collectors.

Wet Arse Syndrome down charity

Why the long face Stanley Arms barman? – but half a pedigree slips down nicely.

Crag dropped in favour of off road route to the hanging gate.

Eric christens the high route above the forest “Back of the Moon” and it’s wetter than last week, but stunning sunsets & beautiful vistas captured by Pete.

Half a Hydes at the Hanging Gate

Coach parties of Wilmslow runners! Cosy in the snug and well looked after by the trusty staff.

Banks & Titanic before retiring to the lounge after the coach departs.

Hats off to the LEL’rs

Big ride back for Men of Poynton Trevor & Mark (Coalpit lane)

Cool on the ride home.

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From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon

From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon

From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon

From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon

From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon

From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon

From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon

From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon

From TNR30-07-2009 Going to the back of the moon