Stewartry Wheelers is a club for cyclists in the Stewartry of Kirkcudbright. We aim to cater for cyclists of all ages and inte rests, organising social rides, time trials and races both on road and off.

The Stewartry is a wonderful area for cycling, with magnificent scenery, quiet roads and several Olympic- quality prepared mountain-bike routes.

The Ballad of the Tsunami Ride

by Terri Coates

Stranraer - the end of the world as we know it, Feb 13, 2005

The riders get ready to depart

<div class="Story">The Wheelers set off from Stranraer In lycra and in fleece. A dozen gallant cyclists All heading for Dumfries. The purpose of the Mission Was one of great mercy To raise some more much needed funds For the Asian Tsunami. We peddled in and out Glen Luce With all our main and might But our tandem blew across the road Near landing in the.......mud? Twas Dougie to the rescue In a Transit van from Jock We couldn't have done without this man He really was a Rock. The Pit Stop at the Warners Was a warm and friendly do. Their dedication to the sport Extending to the loo. Where quick releasing toilet rolls Adorned the bathroom wall And a cycle wheelie mirror Was much admired by all. Doug drove us up to Clatteringshaws Where we resumed the ride And gave us tips on training So we could up our stride. We all got to New Galloway From whence we headed hame Our knees a little wobbly And our legs a little lame. But still the hardy crew rode on Though many tired and colder. Our greatest admiration To those men both young and older. The Mission was completed With many a new personal best And now those trusty Wheelers Have all deserved their rest.</div>

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