Tonight we went out on our regular circuit through Cheadle Hulme, Gatley, Wythenshawe, Northenden, West Didsbury, Heaton Mersey, Stockport and Davenport. We cycled about 17 miles through all kinds of weather. It was sunny when we left, then went through rain, hail, winds and back to sunshine by the time we got home – what a real mixture that was!

Our little group of riders grew from 3 at the beginning, up to 7 in total. We all did a circuit – just started from different places. It is nice to be able to get out as a small group and chat as we go. Since we started our training rides a couple of months ago, it is just so nice to be able to complete the circuit in daylight!