The weather was beautiful. I had a nice tailwind. I cycled along peaceful countryside roads. But I felt tired. Overtraining? Anyway, an early night is planned.
I left Jake’s place with energy and excitement. The plan was to ride up to another beautiful mountain lake at St Arnaud and then roll down the valley tomorrow to the east coast.
I followed the Great Taste Trail again up some country roads, stopping for an ice cream before climbing over a small saddle to change valleys to cycle to Tapawera. This is where I crossed my route on day 1, and where I met Jake – who was my host last night.
The road continued upwards with another little pass to change valleys. The climb really took it out of me, despite the sun and tailwind.
The lake is beautiful.
Big dinner and an early night.
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oh no, what happened to your nose?
That was a silly accident when taking my bike up some steps over a fence. It’ll be fine..