A number of Clyde Valley members made the annual pilgrimage to the National Memorial Arboretum to attend the Ride to the Wall (RTTW) day.
The Group led by Head Road Captain, Jigger left from just outside Strathclyde Country Park ahead of what was to be one of Scotland’s wettest weekends on record, stopping in at Southwaite to pick up Paddy before continuing on to Lichfield for the night.
They report that it was a bit wet as far as Manchester, but then had warm sunshine beyond to the destination. Riders who went down the east of the country reported a dry run the whole way!
Some socialising was done before and after the event. Indian food and beer.
On the day 8 bikes representing Clyde Valley attended and they report that the route was lined with well-wishers. At the event, the members took part in the wreath laying ceremony, with Stevie laying the wreath on behalf of the chapter, attended by James Gould (Navy), Tommy (Army) and Jigger (RAF).
There was a Spitfire fly-past and plenty time to meet old comrades as well as friends from other chapters.
On Sunday the group were pretty lucky to be able to ride almost the entire way home in dry conditions until just 15 miles from home….quite a feat considering the amount of rain that fell in the Central Belt on Saturday and Sunday.
Read more of what we have been up to in the items below
- Wemyss Bay Fly ByGreat turnout on Saturday for the Wemyss Bay Fly By – a circular ride out from West Coast Harley-Davidson! With plenty of bikes on the… Read more: Wemyss Bay Fly By
- Tri-Chapter Spring Event – EcclefechanWhat a day! Saturday 25th April saw a magnificent 50-strong Clyde Valley HOG contingent – riders and pillions alike – fire up their engines and… Read more: Tri-Chapter Spring Event – Ecclefechan
- Ask your Mum for money for Ice Cream…. we’re off to Porty!
On Sunday the sun finally shone. It was definitely on the cool side but not cold, and we assembled 27 bikes at the Showcase near… Read more: Ask your Mum for money for Ice Cream…. we’re off to Porty! - Moffat Rumble
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With the introduction to the Committee last year, the position of Safety Officer, it is important as a chapter we take on board his recommendations… Read more: Being Safe and Prepared on Ride Outs - Bike Nights are Changing
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