The usual suspects plus Pam (on half-term hols) presented themselves at the Market Square to battle the elements. Good to see Richard back on a borrowed bike. After a slightly delayed start due to a lost mobile (later found) we headed out through Letcombe, dropping down Windmill Hill as the normal road remains closed by a flood. My first visit to the Old Forge Cafe in Aldbourne - food, ambience and coffee were very pleasant - only Pete partook in the pancakes despite it being Shrove Tuesday. Battle resumed after the break and we regained Wantage about 1330. Well done guys - a tough ride!