3rd December 2009 - Elterwater for Loughrigg terrace

I think it was 6 turned up, but only 5 went riding (Joel, Charlie, Chris M, Jamie and CT), Grant had broken his SPD and no one could get it off (some thought not enough grease had been used...!) which route...we decided to try Loughrigg in reverse, so still up the first hill climb, a little washed but not too bad, then in front of YHA, past Loughrigg tarn then head up and over Loughrigg fell. This climb is a bit tricky to start but actually is OK towards the top, although the fell was partly illuminated by a strange light from the west shore of Windermere, we had discussed what the light was for, perhaps re-building flood work, or just someone testing some new bike LEDS !, but no it was actually Corrie being filmed in Cumbria, due out on TV soon. Now over the top and down the other side and ride along the river Rothay, head past Rydal water and along to the caves and up the terrace, stopping to sample Joels mega cake, well done JP! once at the top wiz down the bridleway and back to Elterwater, where CT and JP sampled the local beer. Next ride is Troutbeck, park in the layby down from the church.