2009 Lochaline Round 2
The legendary Lochaline loop coincided with some ferocious wintry blasts as the Wheelers headed out onto the peninsula for Round 2 of the Winter League. Just prior to departing for late season training in Spain, Gavin Maclean proved to be far too strong for this field. His Spanish accomplice, Andrew Foggo also recorded an excellent third behind an ever-combative Gregor Muir. The Spanish trio is completed by Colleen Foggo who was just beaten to first place in the ladies race by KT Tuer. Jake Willis had set a course which tested the physical and mental stamina of all riders. Several of last year’s top contenders were content with cheering on the riders as they finished, wrapped in full winter duvet jackets. Putting them all to shame was 10 year old Tom MacMahon who bravely completed the course, just wearing shorts and a big grin. The Pier cafe then kindly hosted the riders as the heroic tales of the day became even more far-fetched. Next race is at Glenachulish on the 14th Dec. 1. Gavin Maclean 63:25
2. Gregor Muir 68:40
3. Andrew Foggo 69:48
4. Alistair Maclennan 71:12
5. David Gunn 73:40
6. Ed Daynes 75:57
7. Graham Brooks 78:30
8. KT Tuer 80:48
9. Jake Willis 81:48
10. Colleen Foggo 82:46
11. Ben Miller 88:02
12. Andy Rogers 93:59
13. Keith Maclure 94:53
14. Steve Bradley 95:37
15. Roddy Wells 95:39
16. Marian Austin 105:38
17. Rory Stewart 107:18
18. Helen Karlsson 109:07
19. Nigel Miller 117:31
20. David Mee 119:37
21. Tom MacMahon 138:04