Ian rips up the road in Christmas 10

Ian won the Jardine Trophy and the biggest present

Regular visitor Ian Inglis used his 49×12 fixed wheel to great effect on Christmas morning to win by more than 3 minutes from Alastair Martin, with Stan Stewart a further minute back in third.

Biggest story of the day though was the large hole that appeared during the event. It looked innocent enough on the way out, but by the time riders were coming back the police had closed the road to cars. Most riders avoided the diversion, although Alan Rodgers was forced to make a detour up Cunningburn Road.

The hole looks innocent, but it actually stretched back about 2 metres under the road and at least 2 metres deep. Rumours that it was caused by Ian’s gearing have not been confirmed as we go to press..

Thanks as always to all the marshals and time keepers for turning up on a wet morning and making the event possible. There was a lower turnout than normal, but still plenty of craic at the finish from a growing crowd of well wishers!

Prizes were also awarded for – best lady, Gillian Orr

Best husband in a diplomatic role – William Orr

Father with a more sensible son – Stan Stewart

Greatest distance raced – Alan Rodgers

Best marshals – team McNally

Brightest fluorescent jacket – Desi McIlwrath