A few less sleeps to go and a few more kms under my belt on account of the enjoyable Great Victorian Bike Ride, November 25 - December 2, which went through some of the most glorious countryside Victoria has to offer. And I must say that the scones this year were plentiful and of excellent quality. Well done, ladies en route!
But back to the Orient Express, as the 2008 European ride is called. I'm hoping there is a fine tradition of home-made scones to be had as the only reason I ride really, is to eat. Well, that and the scenery, the company and the challenge. And for 2008, I have another incentive. The National Breast Cancer Foundation has accepted my offer to raise funds for them so that's exciting. All my friends, acquaintances and associated accomplices will help me I'm sure. Perhaps if I'd been quick enough, I could have organised donations in lieu of Christmas gifts.
If you want to check out the other riders on this adventure then go to http://www.tourdafrique.com/orientexpress/profiles.php
Tuesday, 18 December 2007
Thursday, 8 November 2007
Starting out
There's about 204 sleeps to go before my bike and I take to the road. I'm leaving Paris on June 1st 2008 and expect to arrive in Istanbul 50 days later. It's about 4,000 kms in all.
I'm not sure if I'm right, but this seems like the best plan I've had for some time.
You see, this is no longer something I'm just talking about. This is commitment. Money has changed hands. Forms will be completed.
Who would have thought that picking up a postcard in Borsari's Bike Shop in Lygon St Carlton would lead to such an adventure.
I'm not sure if I'm right, but this seems like the best plan I've had for some time.
You see, this is no longer something I'm just talking about. This is commitment. Money has changed hands. Forms will be completed.
Who would have thought that picking up a postcard in Borsari's Bike Shop in Lygon St Carlton would lead to such an adventure.
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