Cairndow – Clyde Valley HOG 9894

On Sunday we had a chapter ride out organised by Road Crew Marshal, Andy Burns to the Cairndow Inn, supported by RC Raymond Brodie. Unfortunately, the weather had other ideas and brought in some pretty heavy rain that worsened the further west you went.

As a result the turn out was down on what had been “pre-booked” with Cairndow, which just meant more for everyone that did turn out and it gave them longer to dry their gear out before squeezing into sodden gloves and boots for the ride back.

A group of motorcyclists in riding gear gathered outside a motorcycle dealership, engaging in conversation while several motorcycles are parked nearby. — It wasn’t wet at WCHD…but threatening

Motorcyclists preparing for a group ride outside a dealership, with several bikes parked and people in riding gear. — It wasn’t wet at WCHD…but threatening

Reports are it was a bit fairer on the return trip than the outbound (wet) leg…and wet feet, and wet well, everything really…

Motorcyclists riding on a scenic road surrounded by lush greenery, with a speed limit sign in the background. — At the Rest waiting for the lights

Motorcycles parked outside the Stables Restaurant on a rainy day with overcast skies and misty mountains in the background. — At the Rest waiting for the lights

We have gathered a few photos together from various Social media sources ( Pete Chisholm, Scott Sinclair and Nicole Tanzabel…this means you!!! Thank you! ) to document the day.

Motorcycle riders gathered inside a cozy inn, drying off after a rainy ride. They are dressed in riding gear, chatting and enjoying the indoor atmosphere. — Lining up for nose bag

A table set up with a selection of sandwiches and plates, accompanied by a teapot and cups in a cozy indoor setting. — Lining up for nose bag

It did look nice for the ride back to Irvine looking at Pete’s shot.

Read more of what we have been up to in the items below

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Moffat Rumble14/04/2026
On Saturday, we kicked off the riding season with an overnight trip to the Buccleuch Arms in Moffat, attracting nearly 40 Harleys and over 50 members. Despite changing weather, we arrived safely and enjoyed the hotel’s amenities. The night was filled with laughs and mischief, marking a successful start to the season. It was great too, to have both old and new members along for the fun.

On Sunday we had a shop ride out led by Road Marshal, Andy (Burnsy) Burns, supervised by Road Captain, Davie Fulton which went from WCHD up to the Cairndow Inn on the south side of Loch Fyne.

We had very good weather for the run and a turn out in excess of 30 bikes which is great.

While out we learned that Activities Officer and Road Captain, Davy Henderson had been involved in a Hit and Run incident near his home at Shotts while out on a “Birthday ride”. The people who caused the collision have yet to be traced. Any information please get in touch with the Police. Davy has found himself in Hospital with a number of painful injuries which will require surgery. His recuperation is likely to take a while and a GoFundMe has been set up by his sister to help him out financially while unable to work. Any contributions would be most welcome.

The first leg went from WCHD to Balloch where we had a stop at thew CO-OP car park and as progress was being hampered by a lot of traffic on the backroads out through the Campsies, ( in large part due to road closures on the M8 but also just general Sunday road users) we decided to cut the run a little shorter than planned and take the direct route up Loch Lomondside to Cirndow via the Rest and Be Thankful.