Over a dozen of us, including three newer riders (Vinnie, Peter and Mike – apologies if I have the last one wrong – please let me know. They were on two BMWs and a Triumph) made our way to Lilydale to join Andrew's ride today.
(Samuel arriving in Kinglake)
Sunday dawned fine and beautiful for Winter. The Mystery was no more. Jack was taking us to Mirboo Nth. Thirteen riders were starting ( if I counted correctly) and Sam put his hand up for rear rider duties. Much appreciated Sam. From the start, heading for Coldstream the police threw a litte confusion into the ride by splitting the group including the leader onto a side track for breath tests. We reformed but lost Gay and Mike who rejoined us at Neerim Sth for morning tea.
Trust the Bureau's forecast? 17 or 18 of us did and were rewarded with a locely sunny day after a grey rainy Saturday and a foggy start on Sunday.
After checking that new member Michael (Triumph) and new face Paul (Whittlesea Branch member, Kawasaki) were briefed on the corner rider navigation we scooted off down the freeway and a few straight roads to get down south to the good bits. And good they were too, with the green grassy views of the Gippsland hills and dry roads and light traffic.
I take as my text for today the immortal words of our beloved dear departed brother Chuck Berry: "C'est la vie, say the old folks, it goes to show you never can tell."
Steve, Big Dave and I touched down in Ardeer in the middle of the pouring rain, and after discussing options for the ride decided to play it by ear.
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