Alone and very sad that my cycle buddy Yern has returned to Perth. We parted this morning and couldn't but notice that he wanted to keep riding with me to prop me up if i needed it. If it wasn't for a meeting he had to attend I'm sure he would still be with me by my side screaming out FANTASTIC. Well done Yernster.
Yalingup, first port of call,down Caves road into Augusta then back up to Karridale and am now typing away in a deserted Church (Praise the Lord).The fellow in the deli said that I've got an honest face and if i sneak thru the back door i can set up in the room which has only the floor boards left in it. FANTASTIC.
Today was really weird how i came across three road signs in a row that all meant something to me as i started the day off,i have photos to prove it.
For those who are interested how the body is going after 3 days, i think its o.k but. i am tired but thats normal i think.
Beautiful to ride thru past the wineries smelling the fermenting grapes on a crisp morning.Shane K do not attempt this as i think it would take you to long to finish that one and could be very dangerous.
Lost my internet before so ill try to post some pics and get some sleep .Hooroo.
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| Yern sizing me up just before a big hug goodbye |
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| The K.L base connection |
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| The Thai base connection |
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| The Makay base connection |
Couldn't believe it when i saw all the signs first thing in the morning,they all mean so much too me and i couldn't get them out of my head for the rest of the day.Then i end up in a church,whats going on.
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| Made sure i slowed down because it was between 7.30 and 9. Must of been a Roo school near. |
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| Young guy from Melbourne i met on the road,he is also going around Australia and he will be staying at my house for a couple of days to the delight of Joy. |
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| At one stage i was wondering where i was going down Caves Road then relized i must be in the dead centre of the Margaret River area ,and i was. |
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| Strange colour of trees. |
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| This is where i ended up for the night.Only one small room with floor boards left.It was supposed to demolished. The demolition contractor took the deposit and the floor boards then did a runner. there all operate the same in Perth like that too |
Hope that satisfies you a bit more Grace if not let me know on the Blog,don't hold back now.
hi grant ,
ReplyDeleteThats a great comment Daniel,i see you really thought about that one.
Deletehello Grant - this is my second post, 2 to go, is that enough. Looking forward to more stories, there must be more than just riding thru the wineries. good luck for tomorrow..
ReplyDeleteGrace
Yes,but my photos wouldn't load ,ill try harder.
DeleteGod Bless Grant !!!!!
ReplyDeleteI betcha that room i stayed in could tell a few stories ah Toni.
DeleteYeah the mind boggles - hope your not getting tooooo damp with the rain
DeleteSoaked with rain and sweat all day but now showered and smelling beautiful
DeleteGrant in a church !! Looking for some divine intervention !! Ha ha. You sound like your doing good buddy, well you rode PAST the wineries, so that's a start. And your buddy did a great job to ride with you that far, so a big thanks to The Yernster..nite bro
ReplyDeleteKELLLLYYYYYY!
ReplyDeleteG'day Mate,happy to see that all is going well and you're making excellent progress. We've enjoyed the progress reports and the photos are a great bonus as well, not that they rival the SPOT location updates though. We find ourselves becoming addicted to checking on your progress and are really enjoying it!
Oh well keep those legs pumping and watch out for those damn Telstra roaming charges lol!
Ps, Sue wants to know that if your camping in an old church with no shower or toilet facilities, then 'HOLY SHIT BATMAN" what colour are your Jocks?
Im smarter than you think,I'm buying new ones as i go and sending the old ones to you.
Deletehi cockels, finally we made it to your blog. we wish you all the best for your epic journey.
ReplyDeletehope your bum and your body are ok.things will get better .take care, dan & tina
Great stuff, bro'. I watched your speed as you went down Caves Road and you put a bit of distance between each arrow so I'm hoping that you had a bit of a tail wind which should still be there tomorrow, at least in the morning. Don't forget that this is the first bit of the paddock so pace yourself. For example, you could have taken a few weeks to get down Caves Road without any guilt at all, given that it was the first part of the trip and all.
ReplyDeleteFANTASTIC effort from Yern as cycle buddy! I'm sure that Sharon will look after his tired limbs when he gets back home.
Just as well you have an honest face otherwise you may be tempted to load up all those floorboards in the panniers. And don't worry about the jocks, you only need to change them about every eight days or so.
Keep up the great work. Watching from the grandstand is very addictive.
Hi! Mate, Gudday nice to read comments
ReplyDeleteYou have an "honest face" ?
ReplyDeleteoh yeah
Grant in church-is that a first?
ReplyDeletePleasure to meet you Grant. Wishing you safe travels knowing the inspiration that drives you is under your seat. PS your brother Shane stopped by the store and told us you were about 20kms out of Pemby - well done mate! Cheers Les and Pya - Karridale Crossroads General Store PPS Forgot to ask what you confessed in church!
ReplyDeleteMajor LOL @ Whittle Road! And since when do you answer your phone "Hello Father Kelly speaking"?! haha.
ReplyDeleteExcellent blogging x
Hmmm..what is brother Shane doing in the South West??? Don't tell me he is riding as well and has not told us!! Grant you will be pleased to hear that Jim and Rod went out to Midland today to purchase the trees from your "tree mate". Jim says thanks for the birthday kiss!! Raining in Perth tonight which sent all the traffic into chaos...although for Transperth users such Joy and myself this was not an issue. I have sent via email Pam an Micks contact numbers in Esperance and they are looking forward to you catching up with them. Thanks to Les and Pya at the Karridale Crossroads General Store for the accommodation advice for bro - great to see that people are prepared to help out others.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the email
ReplyDeleteHi Grant Leaving Perth about Midday Monday after a great weekend of racing at Barbagallo, did pretty well for an old bloke. May see you on the way back before your turn off to Streaky Bay. I will follow your progress and hope you get a warm tail wind.
ReplyDeleteAlan ,only just got this and its day 32,good to hear you went well at the racers,next time comment under the latest blog.Take care
Deletehi Grant, glad your trip going well, im enjoying reading about your adventures , we on countdown now for baby, pretty exciting poor Harris has been copping the wrath of my unpredictable hormones, been nagging him alot, we shall soon find out soon whether it was the hormones or ????? maybe its the new me... lol.... he has been enjoying my extra naps in the afternoon as i keep finding him napping on the couch at the same time but as we know all thats about to change ... take care xx tanya
ReplyDeleteHi Tanya, what are you doing commenting on day Three on the 7 May when i have only just seen it now 18th May. Better late than never. Heard through Jono that all went well which is fantastic for you both. I hope you have made a speedy recovery and enjoying the little one which is a dream come true. Catcha scratcha scratcha.xxxx
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