The Mitchell Cycles sponsored Aaron Taylor Cup from Stratford to Whangamomona was held in hot conditions on Sunday.  Gary Bradley showed great climbing form to ride away from his fellow co markers on the Whanga Saddle to win in 1.47.25.  Andrew Fraser out sprinted Dave Olsen and John Larkin for the minor placings.   Gregory Marfell was 5th across the line and also recorded fastest time in 1.30.51 for the 64km.  Mel Titter was 6th and 2nd fastest in 1.31.03 with Jordan Murray 3rd fastest.