Route 94 deterioated for 75km out of Southern Cross, then the shoulder widened to become a bicycle autobahn. It was a hairy ride for that 75km, and had to constantly check the mirror and over my shoulder.
It seems that the W.A. term for a cyclist is an "anchor". This is what I was called with gusto by a passenger of a passing shiny utility that had a muffler problem. I don't understand the nautical connection, but will look it up later. He may have said the Nyoongar Aboriginal phrase "gnank-aarr" which means "my voice has broken and I will soon be a man!".
In any case I responded with a friendly bird-like wave and carried on my way.
To date the bike has been faultless. Here is a list of equipment failures to date:
1. bent kick-stand from being overloaded
2. suncream impregnated riding gloves that hold their shape.
3. slightly stretched brake cable from a heavy stop.
4. slightly scorched saucepan.
5. self-deflating Thermorest (tm) mattress.
Right now I am at Kelleberrin on route to Cunderdin, the second last stop.
Remy from France
Rabbit Proof Fence near Merredin
More wildflowers
Hill near Norseman
Hey Rob, gotta watch out near the Perth Hills as the word "anchor" sometimes translates into thrown bottles (happened to a guy who used to cycle to work here in Midland). So watch out for the "hills" boys!
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Marian
So all going well you should be landing here Tuesday arvo-spare room ready for you to crash,see ya when ya get here
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Hi Dick , Ruth,
ReplyDeleteI'm at Cunderdin tonight. I'll call you tomorrow (15th). Expect to be at hotel du stawell around 6-7pm.
safe trip see you then
ReplyDeleteEpic ride nearly concluded. Hope there is a massage booked in as well as a bed. Sounds more dangerous on the roads now than on the open plains. Wonder what the coffee is like in W.A? Dont forget to bring the bike home. Sleep well in Perth. Joan
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