Tuesday, January 31, 2012

I have completed a preliminary shakedown ride, from Queenstown (where my son lives) to Glenorchy and back. This was over two days with an overnight camp stop in between. All went well, barring a few pannier related issues to do with the temporary pannier rack on my borrowed bike nearly causing me to have an emergency stop in the ditch.

The road is a bit challenging, I'm certain there is not a single flat spot on it in the 103 kilometers I rode. My legs felt that way towards the end anyway.

Aside from that I am now mentally, physically and logistically ready to go!!
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Location: Glenorchy, New Zealand

5 comments:

  1. Startin HondaWednesday, February 1, 2012 at 11:46:00 PM GMT+13

    Well done on the shakedown! All the best with the off!

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  2. Startin HondaWednesday, February 1, 2012 at 11:51:00 PM GMT+13

    If you find yourself on this page and would like to donate (please!) you can on Johns just giving page http://www.justgiving.com/John-Bentley/1

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  3. BushmonkeyThursday, February 2, 2012 at 1:33:00 AM GMT+13

    Good luck John, It's such a beautiful country and the best time of year to do go. Have lots of fun and embrace and enjoy every single second. Adam Fumagalli.

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  4. Tim FreemanTuesday, February 7, 2012 at 2:36:00 AM GMT+13

    Just thought I'd let you know all's good here and hope you're enjoying your cycle ride :-) Tim

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  5. Bob WWednesday, February 8, 2012 at 4:30:00 AM GMT+13

    Good start, John, well done. We'll have a pint in your honour tonight which will be just about when you're setting off tomorrow which, to you, will be today. Not confusing at all. Happy cycling.

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