I arrived at Blunts for my first ride in over two months and was somewhat apprehensive due to lack of fitness and the possible greasiness of the lanes after recent rain. However, I soon forgot all that when I saw a full carpark and a full contingent of riders which included Paul [an experienced cycle-camper and retired higher ed lecturer] and the recently joined-up Penny and Steve. Trevor, Graham, Les and Larry made up the rest of the group as the eight of us set of along the ridge road towards St. Ive, Gang and Pensilva.Just before the latter we turned left on a little used lane[mainly to appease Trev] arriving on the old main street of Pensilva.so that we could avoid the busy road up to Tokenbury Corner.This route afforded us easier access to quiet lane which runs to the south[and parallel] of the busy Crow's Nest lane and enables to pass the impressive portal dolmen of Trevivy Quoit. After a brief inspection we took the usual route through Diarite, Upper Tremar and Redgate to our designated coffee stop at Golitha Falls which was surprisingly easy considering the strange times we are living in. We were soon off on our way along the Draynes [upper Fowey] valley towards Bolventer but turned left up the steep valley side to Dozmary Pool. After a quick regroup we headed south along the eastern edge of Colliford Lake towards St. Neot. As the group were approaching the two cottages by White Barrow Down with me slightly in the rear. I rounded the bend to be confronted by the horrific sight of Penny sprawled on the ground in agony. Our newcomer, Paul, phoned for an ambulance giviing both medical and locational details in a most efficient manner[thank you Paul] in fact, a big thanks to everyone for the way they assisted until the arrival of the ambulance.
I must give credit to the residents of Whitebarrow cottage who provided Penny with a blanket when she began to shiver and aiso for taking care of her bike. After safely seeing her into the ambulance we decided to forego our cup of tea at Liskeard and head off straight back to our cars as Penny's husband, Steve needed to return for her cycle and then rendezvous with her at Derriford. As you might expect, our return journey was undertaken in a rather somber mood as we contemplated poor Penny's plight. We took the most direct route via Redgate, Diarite, Pensilva and St. Ive. The day began so promisingly with thoughts of moorlands and lakes in the company of a largish group. However, accidents will happen but it is hard not to dampen ones spirits somewhat. Thanks everyone for your company and I hope that it's not long before we see Steve[and Penny in due course]out riding with us again. The same goes for newcomer, Paul.
Dave
I must give credit to the residents of Whitebarrow cottage who provided Penny with a blanket when she began to shiver and aiso for taking care of her bike. After safely seeing her into the ambulance we decided to forego our cup of tea at Liskeard and head off straight back to our cars as Penny's husband, Steve needed to return for her cycle and then rendezvous with her at Derriford. As you might expect, our return journey was undertaken in a rather somber mood as we contemplated poor Penny's plight. We took the most direct route via Redgate, Diarite, Pensilva and St. Ive. The day began so promisingly with thoughts of moorlands and lakes in the company of a largish group. However, accidents will happen but it is hard not to dampen ones spirits somewhat. Thanks everyone for your company and I hope that it's not long before we see Steve[and Penny in due course]out riding with us again. The same goes for newcomer, Paul.
Dave
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