There were 112 starters on the day, and 101 finishers (plus two more who got round, but hadn't recorded anything at any control). Also Edwin Raj, who kindly rode the route a few days before to check everything OK - thanks Edwin. Not sure when the results will appear on the AUK website - they are submitted, but the old year has to be closed off first.
I think most people enjoyed it (some more in retrospect, I'm sure). The weather was relatively benign, and I'm told the firework displays were particularly good.
As ever I am indebted to all those who helped me run the event - Matt Chambers and John Wakeham at the start, Brian Mann (a complete star) at start and finish, and Mick Simmons and Carole at the finish. And of course Mary, without whose support it just couldn't have happened. I am very grateful for the particularly large number of entries (over 160 entered), and the generous donations. It looks as though about £600 will be going to the Air Ambulance.
As Matt says above, I have decided it's time to hang up my organiser's hat. I've been running Upper Thames for 18 years, plus a few other events in the Reading area occasionally, but now have little involvement with cycling other than this. I've had a great deal of enjoyment from audax, both as a rider and an organiser. It is clear from fields like yesterday that our sport is in a healthy condition. I understand there may be someone interested in continuing this event. If that proves correct (or if someone else comes forward) I will be very happy to give my support in the planning and "on the day". So hopefully I'll see you all next year.