A record twenty-eight cyclists converged on the Chudleigh Bridge pick-up despite the rather miserable weather conditions. A sheltered area towards the upper and of Bridford Wood, near Steps Bridge, was selected for lunch, after which the somewhat hazardous descent to Moretonhampstead was undertaken. On this occasion it was Ben who demonstrated his stuntman skills on one of the hairpins, in Brett’s absence.

The division at Wray Barton was conclusive in its confirmation of the A382 as the quickest route to the Primrose tearooms at Lustleigh, the only remaining problem being the capacity of the seating arrangements (and the cake table). Andrew Billington kindly solved the problem by arranging an awkward puncture in his rear wheel which not only took a team of helpers to repair but also provided considerable entertainment for those in the café.

Having enjoyed the first puncture so much Andy decided to try another along the old railway track, failing to realise that on this occasion the response from the group would be less favourable. By the time Martin had joined in the fun and everyone had regrouped at Bovey it was nearly dark, but the day had nevertheless been thoroughly enjoyable.