Dave led a relaxed Sunday group of nine cyclists to Lara on Christmas Eve.  Andrew volunteered to be tail-ender, and did a most excellent job throughout the whole ride.  The other riders were Coralie (on her new racing green Bike Friday), Margy, Geoff, Lynton, John M and Helen.

John caught up with the group at the refinery, having slept in.  The ride to Lara was easy, assisted by a strengthening northerly wind.

Margy (near Corio Quay north)

Kevin and Lynton

Coralie on new Pocket Rocket Pro

Geoff

Heading towards the refinery pier

Lynton and Andrew

John speeding to catch up (at refinery)

Lynton and Andrew

Lara coffee shops were closed except for the chain beside the Coles supermarket.  Serving coffee to 9 thirsty cyclists, as well as anyone else wanting coffee on Christmas Eve was a difficult task as there was only one worker.  However, refreshments and treats were soon consumed and it was back via the same route, a little slower due to the head wind.

Thanks Dave and Andrew and all riders for a most enjoyable Christmas Eve ride.

Coralie left the ride a North Shore

Regrouping at Moorpanyul Park, return journey