The stars were out big time this morning as we set out for the Fursday Fluffer. Newbies included Mark, a guy called Clutters – who decided to add an extra 20km to his ride – and new Fluffette Laura (we’ve got them rolling in) who cycled up from Mosman to join us close to Terry Hills – Epic ride from Laura. Well done. Moving averages were within the normal ranges; 23-26km/h up to Mona Vale, 29km along the Bus Lanes and then 20km/h from Spit.

Great riding by all. Progress was only slowed by my Puncture in the National Park after making a witty comment to Laura – so sharp that the tire exploded. This was quickly followed by Mark’s two punctures. Fortunately ‘Formula 1 Tire Changer’ Satnav came to the rescue and achieved a 6 minute change on the first, 7 on the second and 8 on the third. Thanks Admin, Robert and Satnav for their quick expertise on these changes. Fluffer spirit prevailed and we battled on – after the last set of punctures we had 2 months without any so this is the time to get your mechanical free rides in – we will be puncture free until May!!

To ensure the ETA at B&T was achieved the ‘Faster Fluffer’ route was introduced which continued us down the Bus Lanes right through to Spit (missing out the beaches). Post ride contact with Manly suggested that the flurry of beach babes who were there to meet us quickly dispersed as word got out of the diversion.

Another enjoyable ride.

Thanks to all involved Big Goaders