Toolfreak in New Zealand. - Day 5 Geraldine to Lake Tekapo

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toolfreak
02-26-03, 08:05 PM
Day 5 Geraldine to Lake Tekapo 90 km.

After saying goodbye to the Dutchies i left Geraldine at 0800.
It supposed to be a hard ride, with the first mountain pass on 709 mtr.
The weather was foggy and not too hot, perfect for riding.
Stopped at Fairlie to put on some clothes and eat a energy bar, then the final ascent for another 30 km.
After reaching Burkes pass, it went down real good and i had a beautiful view on the Southern Alps.
Arrived in Lake tekapo at 1330, wich was a good time i think.
Tommorow i have a day off, i`m gonna do some real laidback walks :D

cheers :beer:


OctoberBlue
02-27-03, 08:01 AM
Enjoy those walks, toolfreak! It's cool to hear about your travels. Keep the updates coming & have a great trip! :)

catfish
03-02-03, 11:51 AM
Hi Toolfreak:
I am reliving my time in new zealand through your trip I lived and worked there from 88-91 for 6 mos at a time then went to the ice 6 months. at a time Checkout the musium when you get back to Christ church and the antarctic exibit. and the botanical garden right next door

You are inspireing me i only had a motorcycle when i worked in NZ but am wanting to return and bike the south island now.
Keep safe and happy keep posting
catfish