Despite fears a weather forecast of rain might dampen enthusiasm, over 20 cyclists gathered at Athlone Regional Sports Centre for Shannonside Cycling Club’s (SSCC) first ‘Meet and Spin’ to Moate.
After a few adjustments to tyre pressures and saddle heights, and a short introduction to the aims and joy of the ride from SSCC’s Jim Maguire, everyone headed off up the Greenway to Moate. It wasn’t long before the heavens opened, but all soon got to dry out and chat while enjoying the coffee and scones in the warmth of Moate Golf Club.
Even punctures, that were soon repaired by SSCC’s members, a near continuous rain, and cycling for over 30kms in two hours, didn’t see people flagging on the ride back to Athlone. So welcome and congratulations to all that made it. We look forward to seeing you again over the coming weeks.
Thanks to all that attended, and to Donna at Moate Golf Club for accommodating far more riders than expected at shorter notice than was anticipated!
For anyone curious about the joys of cycling in company, SSCC’s ‘Meet and Spin’ rides will continue to leave ARSC at 9am every Saturday until early May, and possibly beyond.
