Date:
26/27 April 2008. Ride No:- 290/291. This was my third weekend with BHHB. Little did I know that I would be asked to write a summary of the ride. So much for being on the wrong spot at the wrong time. It’s a tough job, but someone has to do it……….! Saturday did not start too well for a poor guest who took the trip all the way from Singapore, to take part in the ride, only to find herself very close to the ground in one of the first downhills. She was taken good care of, first by fellow bikers and then at the hospital. Hope the episode did not scare her off another ride! We soon found that this was going to be a bumpy ride. The amount of stones on the trail was quite substantial. It was a very hot day and at the first checkpoint people happily threw themselves onto the ground, while some went out to find the trail. It turned out not to be a simple task. After about 30 minutes we realized that calling one of the hares was the solution. At first there were no signals…. and the suspense rose. But, alas, saved by the technology! We set off, just to find more stones. And thorns! At the first drink-stop, a snickers mysteriously disappeared from the fridge, where it had been put by the owner in order to gain it’s original texture. Someone was very happy to find it, and bought it! More suspense at the last checkpoint, as people did not return from their search for the trail. One poor fellow managed not to find his bike, as he returned from his search. When finally a whistle was heard, eager to get going, somebody started putting paper on the wrong trail. To make sure we’d have a sufficient amount of suspense, there were the usual packs of fierce-looking dogs chasing us! The trails were set through beautiful landscape. I especially enjoyed going through the forest. There were quite a few punctures. Some gave up after the third, some continued even after four flat tyres. Some spirit! When I approached the resort, I passed a few walking their flat-tyred bikes. Tables for dinner were set out on the lawn. Very pleasant! The free wine is highly appreciated! Thank you! The Sunday ride was quite easy. And hot. But hares, could you not find a trail with more thorns?! Again, many punctures. A new tube with holes. A tube that did not fit. LPR……. I reckon it is made up by the lack of precipitation and the signature dish, which was a delicious breadpudding. Many thanks, hares! The resort was really nice, the scenery was stunning. There was even a temple on the hill which was visited by some. What more can we possibly ask for? See you next month! |
