Frost greeted club members as they congregated in the car park for the Sunday morning spin. The usual banter was in full flow as two groups headed off. The sun wasn’t long thawing out fingers and toes as we headed for Bruff. We continued on to Grange, Lough Gur, Herbertstown, Hospital, Knocklong, Ballylanders, Ballintubber, Kilfinane, Ballyorgan, Glennanar and home. The strong wind on the homeward leg made the going tough. Out spinning were Shane Gubbins, Paul Finn, Jerry Herbert, Dodo Kelly, Shane O’Brien, Stephen Finn, Ger Finn, Willie McCarthy, Brendan Daly, Mike Sexton, John Carey, Paul Gammell, Mike Meade, Owen Tobin, Martin Lake, Pat O’Donnell and Stephen O’Meara. Good traing for the upcoming tours.
On Saturday morning Gerard O’Connell, Jerry Ryan, Garry Tierney, Liz Leonard, Robert Shanahan and John Crowley were out spinning.
Saturday afternoon saw the underage members and coaches out on the road for a training spin. The pace was controlled and everyone enjoyed themselves. As always, thanks to the trainers for giving their time and experience to the younger members.
New members are always welcome to join our club, all you need is a bike and a helmet and you’re off. We have club spins Wednesday evening at 6.30, an easy paced cycle (perfect for beginners or those returning to cycling) at 9.30 Saturday morning and our Sunday spin at 8.30am. All leave the car park beside Kilmallock Cycles. There’s a group for everyone and every fitness level so don’t think you’ll be left behind. There’s plenty of chat, advice if you need it and you’ll get fit into the bargain. Keep an eye on our website www.southsidewheelywheelers.com or call into Paul in Kilmallock Cycles who’ll be happy to tell you about club activities.