It always feels good to be back in business. 4 months ago I was waking up in hospital after being run down by a red light runner, nursing three broken bones and spending 13 hours unconscious. In just under 36 hours I'll be taking off for a four week tour in Tasmania. I've been there before, of course, but I still have some unfinished business to attend to down there. The good part is that I probably won't have to deal with the heat I copped on the 200k here on the 'Coast last week.

I do have a journal over at crazyguyonabike.com, but given my track record of updating while I'm away, I'm not sure it's worth mentioning here.

At the same time, I have one of the best personal injury lawyers on the Gold Coast chasing some closure for me, after the police showed they were unable/unwilling to do their job.

Life is good again.

Have fun in Tasmania ... if all goes well, we'll be taking a little trip down there in the next few months.

Congrats on your recovery. Good luck with the closure. Have fun chasing the devil.

I'd be interested in following your progress. I'm planning a Giro Tasmania ride in 2013/2014 (when I have long service leave), so I'm keen to hear about peoples' experiences!

Max

Try to get up to the Central Highlands, Chris. It's not on the Giro route, and I love the area. Some steep climbs (which you'd enjoy), but some really hidden gems.

As Machka says, we are looking to get over there for a bit early next year. I am missing the place like anything, and the uncertainty over jobs is keeping me from moving back there.

Maxxxie, the Giro route is a good way to see the island, but don't be afraid to divert off to areas that may interest you.