9 Old Gits go to Wrington 41

With 8 other Old Gits, had a bit of a 'training day' out to the east of Weston.  Surprised how chilly it was, especially first thing, as a west wind seemed to whistle off the sea.  Cloudy at first it took some time for the cloud to burn off, but by about 11.30 it did get less chilly.

Mother Hen Tea Room 

We like this tea stop.  Cycle friendly, good home made cakes and a cheerful owner makes this a preferred stop if we are out this way.  Left Weston and got onto the Strawberry Line at Sandford and went through to Yatton.  Surprised on the first section how many potholes had appeared over the winter and not that easy to spot due to the nature of the surface.  From Yatton cut across to Wrington and the tea stop.  A bit remiss of us not warning the lady we were coming, the 9 of us almost filled the cafe.

The Strawberry Line.

Used this short section to get from Sandford to Winscombe.  It does cut out a fairly steep climb but it can cause punctures as I found out to my cost.  Picked up a thorn so had to stop and change the tube.  Luckily the lads were very good and chipped in and made it almost a Formulae One change.  Sorry the photo is a bit fuzzy, took it whilst riding along!

Another good day out.  Covered 41 miles today.