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Otago Rail Trail

Notes from a recent trip: Link

 

Biking Haiku

On the trails of bohemian Golden Bay over Christmas 09, a few words were swirling around my mind about the experience and enjoyment of mountain biking.  I wrote them down in haiku form and my partner Neil added 'Post Ride Feed'

Hills

Steep hill, dig in deep

over the top, hooning down

adrenaline rush

 

Soundtrack

Wheels crunching gravel

tui song and wind through leaves

banter with buddies

 

Nivrana Ride

Epic route, clear skies

friends and flowing singletrack

sweet shared adventures

 

Post Ride Feed

Sweet gallons of tea

fruit, nuts, bars, buns and sarnies

partially sated

 

Recycling

Old knickers make great bike cleaning rags.  Below is a guide on what type to use where:

General cleaning and polishing

Lubing your chain

Perfect for flossing your cassette