not intended as irony but...

Due to 50+ mm of rain in the area in the last two days I am out on my mtb riding on the road ( for which neither the bike nor rider is particularly suited,) when I notice six cars parked close to the start of the local "secret" track.

I take a squizzy and sure enough they've ridden into the trail, including an instructor from Sydney bike skills.

Now I don't mind riding in the wet and I am definitely not arrogant enough to tell people not to ride in the wet "cause they'll damage their drive chain etc.

However when water is literally flowing down the trail head and there is a sign stating Track Closed when Wet, I figure enough is enough.

Three days ago this trail (one of the best in Sydney) was damp and had a few seriously soft areas, and after the last two days of storms it is way too wet to ride.
So if you are thinking of heading off in a Northerly direction for a ride try something else and spare a though for the guys that give up their time to build and maintain such a great track.
Oh and while I am on my soap box, take your rubbish out with you please, it's not a tip .

Time for my meds.