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15 June 2022* Destination: Huntlee Tavern

There really two rides occurring today. The bulk of the group were leaving from Hexham, while
Gary and Dancer left Freemans as Dancers recovery continues to the point where he is now riding
again.

12 People Left Hexham on 10 bikes and one Spyder on a cold morning which turned into a pleasant
day after it warmed up. At least there was no rain forecast today.

One amazing thing that happened was that we all made it out onto Maitland rode in a single cycle of
the lights. I have no idea how that happened.

The trip was simple in terms of navigation, out through Kurri Kurri, through Lovedale, Pokolbin and
out to Broke for morning tea. The traffic was fairly light and we had no problems other than a
mobile speed camera on Wine Country Drive. Fortunately, it was facing away from us so I doubt it
was a problem. I guess we will find out for sure in a couple of weeks.
We stopped in Broke for morning tea. The general store is always a bit chaotic when they are faced
with a significant group, but they managed to get us served in a reasonable time and we moved
outside to have our break. Dancer and Gary arrived for their break in the same place. It’s the first
time I have seen Dancer for a while, so welcome back.

After morning tea, we rode out to Bulga, through Singleton, Elderslie and Branxton and on to the
Huntlee Tavern
for lunch.
Except for
Singleton there
was little traffic
anywhere, so it
was a fairly
relaxed ride.

Mike, Colleen
and Ken T met
us for lunch at
Huntley, so we
had a significant
group for lunch.
Mike was
offered a job
washing dishes
by the restaurant
staff which he
turned down.
So, if you are looking for work you could try there. As a lunch venue the Tavern is quite good, so
thanks to Gary for the suggestion..

Thanks to Roger for being tail end Charlie yet again.
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