30 December
But with sunshine and a swim thrown in.
Friday, December 31, 2010
Saturday, December 11, 2010
Challenge 1- complete!
Jimbinney and I headed off from Chapel Hill to discover Brisbane's bike paths and we were pleasantly surprised. The network is actually very good, although some of it is quite isolated, so I am a bit hesitant to tackle some parts on my own.
We started, naturally with an uphill bit. I actually thought that I may die, that I would have to forego my non-refundable deposit, and that my trip was off. But slowly, as my legs began to warm up, I really started to enjoy it.
My big girl of a training partner did not fair so well. By the time we got to the Powerhouse, I was sick of hearing how sore his bum was. His comment about me not being affected because of my extra-padded seat, padded bike pants, and natural padding was uncalled for and unsportsmanlike!
We turned around at Nundah because I couldn't stand the whingeing any more and because of ominous gathering storm clouds. Apparently we did not heed their warning soon enough. The return trip was in driving rain, followed by a brief respite of drizzle, followed by a thunderstorm. There would be photographic evidence that I did complete the ride, except it seems the iphone also gave it its life for this project. Hopefully it will dry out and I can update this entry.
At the end of that, Challenge 1 was most appreciated Kirst. Cheers! I and the women and girls of Vietnam thank you.
Jxxx
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