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SWCC LONG RIDE SUNDAY MAY 20 FROM CAPELVALE WINERY – ALL WELCOME

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The South West Cycle Club aims to promote and encourage cycling on all levels throughout the South West of Western Australia. Belonging to the club provides the opportunity to ride with and also to socialise with other club members and we conduct a range of activities aimed at supporting our members to become better cyclists.

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South West Cycle Club

13 hours ago

In keeping with Capel Vale Long Ride tradition, it was freezing this morning with temps of 1-2 degrees recorded heading across to Donnybrook.
Marten had ridden out from Bunbury and was keen to get the bunch moving putting pressure on el president who was running late after looking for long fingered gloves having frozen to death in Nannup the morning before. The delay gave Ian Jansen the chance to also grab his winter gloves, something he was very grateful for later on.
Around 20 riders headed out in the still but chilly conditions and it was a comfortable pace across to the first climb where Kim and Marten jumped away. The second group on the road formed into a good sized bunch and it was great to see Craige Pettit back riding strongly and also Scott Marshall joining us.
Thick smoke hampered visibility and turned the sun into a bright red disc but the group kept up a steady pace.
Gradually warming up, Nicholas soon decided it was time to head across to the front markers with the alternative being Kim claiming first to Donnybrook and talking about it for another year....
Andrew McGruddy also warmed up and found his climbing legs putting in a good turn of pace.
Further back Dean and Dale led a smaller group that were riding comfortably and all made it into Donnybrook within a few minutes of each other.
After enjoying a coffee, the bunch headed for Boyanup with Kim eager to point out the spot where Paul had previously come to grief. Fortunately the road has been repaired and there were no dramas on this occasion.
Heading for the final stretch, Nicholas tried to sit on an easy pace, but the group 3 and 4 riders in the group were keen to get back to Capel Vale and the speed was soon up in the mid 30’s. A final effort from Paul on the last stretch ensured the overall average speed was up to 30kph for most.
The legend Brian Kennedy was at Capel Vale to welcome the riders home. Showing the usual great service, Capel Vale dished up some great muffins and coffee with everyone enjoying the warm winter sun coming in the window and the beautiful views.
Many thanks to Jonathon Loxton and the crew at Capel Vale for supporting us, another great ride enjoyed by all. ... See MoreSee Less

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South West Cycle Club

3 days ago

Weather looks perfect for our annual Capel Vale long ride this Sunday. leaving 6:30am from Capel Vale carpark. Many thanks to Jonathon Loxton and the crew at Capel Vale for supporting us with a great deal $5 coffee and scone/muffin post ride. will be one not to miss ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

Come with us on the ride of a lifetime! Registrations to SEVEN close on Monday night. 😮 ... See MoreSee Less

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