Only two of us this morning – John and James and after the previous Sunday’s exploits it was time for a slightly easier ride so we headed out into the Vale of York.

Leaving Harrogate towards Knaresborough, Farnham, Staveley and Boroughbridge – it was then down towards and through the Dunsfords and Thorpe Underwood on what was a beautiful sunny October morning. In the sun it was pleasant, but there was a definite chill in the air when in the shade.

After going over the A59 and through Cattal and Cowthorpe, it was time for a coffee stop at the Shambles Cafe in Wetherby, before returning to Harrogate via Sicklinghall and Kirkby Overblow.

A very nice and enjoyable 42 mile ride.

Route details: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/15276876