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Home to Turnaround Pt down to Surfers via GC600 Park to Surfers to The Spit (both ends - twice) then back through GC600 Park back to Cafe Rockpool and finally back Home about 50+kms.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home at 7:18am, the breeze was from the South East and building slightly, the Broadwater was slightly choppy.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I couldn't be stuffed riding to Surfers today, so I rode over the Sundale bridge and turned left and rode past the Southport YC. I continued to the Seaway via Federation Walk (gravel track).
Continued to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit, took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my banana.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path beside Seaworld Drive, back past the Southport YC.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered 2 scoops of the 'new' rum and raisin ice cream. Bloody YUMMA.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 224 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
Southport Yacht Club.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:21am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
8:35am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was the joy of passing this year's target of 5,000kms.
I left home at 4:27am. Shit!!! I am BLOODY MAD. I didn't sleep well, as I dreamt that I must get up early and pass my Target before it rains. The breeze was light and variable and the Broadwater had a slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday but school holidays, the shared paths are usually busy, but at this unGodly hour, no bastard was about.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. A pod of Dolphins were feeding just nearby. Then rode back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my banana.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty.
Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island.
While riding another lap of MacIntosh Is, I stopped and photographed Walter (Water Dragon), Peter (Peacock) and Goosey Lucy.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 213 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Danny Dolphin at the end of The Spit.
Peter Peacock in full glory.
Walter Water Dragon trying to hide.
Goosey Lucy and mates.
Threatening skies off Narrowneck.
7:27am - At Narrowneck.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
6:37am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
6:04am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
5:25am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding and closing in on my yearly target of 5,000kms - ONLY 1 RIDE NEEDED TO PASS 5,000kms.
I left home at 5:34am. Shit!!! I need to sleep in. The breeze was light and building from the North West and the Broadwater had slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday but school holidays, the shared paths were busy.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Then rode back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty and took a photo of Oceaneer.
Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered 3 scoops of rum and raisin ice cream in a carton. It was YUMMA.
The girls had a ball at their Xmas party.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 214 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
"Oceaneer" moored at Marina Mirage jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:07am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:18am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
6:37am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding and closing in on my yearly target of 5,000kms.
I left home at 5:31am. Shit!!! I am crazy. The breeze was light and building from the North West and the Broadwater had slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday but school holidays, the shared paths were busy.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Then rode back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty.
Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool, BUT the bastards were closed. I was already for 2 scoops of rum and raisin ice cream BUT alas, no way. (When I got home, I saw on FB that it was closed today for their staff's Christmas party. THEY ARE FORGIVEN).
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 213 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
I was first in the queue at Seaworld.
8:44am - At Narrowneck.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:49am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:20am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
6:39am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was seeing the Maremma dogs playing in the water at the Moondarewa Spit.
I left home at 6:07am. The breeze was light to moderate variable and the Broadwater had slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday but school holidays, the shared paths were busy.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Then rode back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty.
Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered 2 scoops of rum and raisin ice cream in a carton. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 184 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Maremmas playing in the water.
9:17am - At Narrowneck.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:47am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
8:02am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:17am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was seeing the result of Peter Peacock and Penny Penhen's romantic get together.
I left home at 5:57am. The breeze was medium from the North and the Broadwater had slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday but school holidays, the shared paths were busy.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Then rode back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my banana.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty.
Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Penny Peahen was showing off her 5 new babies. They are beautiful.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 184 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Penny Peahen and her 5 beautiful chicks.
8:50am - At Narrowneck.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:27am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:41am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
6:57am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was a runner, running towards me on the Federation Walk (Gravel path) he yelled out that a large Brown snake had just crossed the path. I didn't see Snakey.
I left home at 6:41am. The breeze was medium from the South and the Broadwater had slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty and I had a nice tail wind..
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Nearly saw an Eastern Brown snake, but he had moved into the long grass. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Then rode back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Australia has left the dock.
Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey lucy and mates were out and enjoying life while I noticed Peter Peacock and mates were just relaxing, as usual.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 183 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
9:53am - At Narrowneck.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:42am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
8:31am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:46am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was just the joy of riding.
I left home at 5:29am, I woke early and decided to ride. The breeze was medium from the South and the Broadwater had some chop.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty and I had a nice tail wind..
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Then rode back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
Angelo (the Red Van Man) was riding laps of the Doug Jennings Park, exercising his knee after a recent knee replacement operation. He will be off in 2 weeks for another 'BIG LAP OF OZ'...... Bastard...
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Australia is still moored there and some of the crew were carrying 'stuff' onboard.
Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey lucy and mates were out and enjoying life while I noticed Peter Peacock and mates were just relaxing, as usual.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 91 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
8:28am - At Narrowneck.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:21am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:11am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
6:37am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was seeing Monty Python on Federation Walk. I rubbed its belly. It was absolutely BEAUTIFUL.
I left home at 5:54am, I woke early and decided to ride. The breeze was blowing like buggery from the South and the Broadwater had some chop.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty and I had a magnificent tail wind..
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I noticed the Seaworld Resue boat motoring in the mouth of the Seaway but didn't appear to be doing anything. Noone was in the water etc. Then rode back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my banana.
Angelo (the Red Van Man) was riding laps of the Doug Jennings Park, exercising his knee after a recent knee replacement operation. He will be off in 3 weeks for another 'BIG LAP OF OZ'...... Bastard...
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Australia is still moored there and a crewman was washing the transom.
Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey lucy and mates were out and enjoying life while I noticed Peter Peacock and mates were just relaxing, as usual.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 68 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Seeing Monty was brilliant.
Coastal Python - I haven't seen a python on my ride since 2nd June 2018.
Australia - the crewman was washing the transom.
9:11am - At Narrowneck.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
Seaworld Rescue boat in the Seaway.
looking out to sea.
8:15am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:44am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:05am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was that Schoolies is finished and 99% cleaned up.
I left home at 6:00am, I woke early and decided to ride. The breeze was blowing like buggery from the South and the Broadwater had some chop.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty and I had a magnificent tail wind..
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
The Doug Jennings Parkland is now back to normal and Angelo (the Red Van Man) was riding laps, exercising his knee after a recent knee replacement operation. He told me that he leaves in 3 weeks for another 'BIG LAP OF OZ'...... Bastard...
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. This is where Australia is moored. It is a 56.1m long bloody big boat, so I took some photos of it. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey lucy and mates were out and enjoying life while I noticed Peter Peacock and mates were just relaxing.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 67 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride, even though it rained, it was still warm.
Australia - 56.1m in length.
Australia - see the crew in the open doorway.
9:15am - At Narrowneck - Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:04am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:51am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:15am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: the joy of riding on a'wet track'. It rained for most of my ride. Only drops until I got home then it absolutely pissed down. Luckily, I had just locked my bike into its storage cage,so I didn't drown. While writing this, I have been home for 2 hours and we have received 25.4mm in the same period. When it rains on the Gold Coast, it can really rain.
I left home at 6:31am, I woke early and decided to ride. I wanted to ride before the Schoolies woke up. It looked like it would rain and it did. The breeze was light and from the South and the Broadwater had a slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my 'new Schoolies' spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being early, the shared paths were nearly empty and the Schoolies must have still been in bed.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were out and enjoying life while I noticed Peter Peacock and mates were just relaxing.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA. Due to the weather, I was their only customer.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 81 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride, even though it rained, it was still warm.
Coffee at cafe Rockpool with 'all my friends'.
9:19am - At Narrowneck.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:16am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
8:05am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Near Cavill Ave.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:32am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: the joy of riding.
I left home at 5:11am, I woke early and decided to ride. I wanted to ride before the Schoolies woke up. The breeze was already blowing from the North West and the Broadwater had a slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. Except all the shared path at Surfers is fenced off while they setup for Schoollies week. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being early, the shared paths were nearly empty and the Schoollies must have still been in bed.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my banana.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were out and enjoying life while I noticed Peter Peacock and mates were just relaxing.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 133 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Lifeguard Tower - setup for Xmas.
Schoolies setup.
8:16am - At Narrowneck - Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:07am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
6:56am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Opposite Cavill Ave.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
6:20am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was watching Ningaloo the yacht leave the Seaway. It is bloody huge at 44.6m overall.
I left home at 5:58am, I woke early and decided to ride. The breeze was already blowing from the South East and the Broadwater had a slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. Except all the shared path at Surfers is fenced off while they setup for Schoolies week. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my banana.
While riding around the Doug Jennings Parkland, I saw Angelo (the Red Van Man) was riding laps, exercising his knee after a recent knee replacement operation.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were out and enjoying life while I noticed Peter Peacock and mates were just relaxing.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 80 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Ningaloo the Yacht - 44.7m - Bloody Huge.
Ningaloo.
Ningaloo.
9:36am - At Narrowneck - Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
8:19am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
8:08am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Near my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking South.
7:09am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home at 5:48am, I woke early and decided to ride. The breeze was bugger all, and the Broadwater was smooth.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
The Doug Jennings Parkland is now back to normal and Angelo (the Red Van Man) was riding laps, exercising his knee after a recent knee replacement operation.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey lucy and mates were out and enjoying life while I noticed Peter Peacock and mates were just relaxing.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 84 (same number as last ride) occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
High and wet on the beach opposite 'our' caravan park.
8:41am - At Narrowneck - Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:39am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:28am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
6:52am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home at 6:32am, the breeze was light from the South East, the Broadwater was smooth.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my banana.
The Doug Jennings Parkland is now back to normal. All the temorary fencing for the "Lunar Electric Music Festival" last weekend has been removed.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Peter Peacock was trying to attract his girlfriends. He looked beautiful.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 84 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Peter Peacock - looking beautiful.
Goosey Lucy and mates.
9:44am - At Narrowneck - Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:39am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
8:14am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:38am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home at 6:02am, the breeze was moderate from the South, the Broadwater was smooth to slight chop
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my banana.
The Doug Jennings Parkland was fully fenced off for the "Lunar Electric Music Festival", last weekend. Today they are still dismantling everything.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Shock, horror, one of Goosey Lucy's mate was found dead on their island, so there are now 12 geese.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, Angelo (the Man in the Red Van) was parked in the carpark beside 'our' caravn park, so I stopped and chatted. Did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 95 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Coffee time at Cafe Rockpool with ALL my friends.
8:56am - At Narrowneck - Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:53am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:43am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:09am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home at 6:00am, the breeze was moderate from the East, the Broadwater was smooth to slight chop
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
The Doug Jennings Parkland was fully fenced off for the "Lunar Electric Music Festival" which starts tomorrow. Strange that I have never heard of any of the musical artists eg Billy Trumpet. I wonder if he plays a guitar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were out, but their new mates Swanny Lonny and their 5 cygnets were nowhere to be seen.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, I didn't see Angelo (the Man in the Red Van) anywhere during my ride. Did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 98 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Setting up for the "lunar Electric Music Festival".
At the tip of the Moondarewa Spit.
8:48am - At Narrowneck - Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:43am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:32am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
6:57am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home at 6:23am, the breeze was light and building from the South East, the Broadwater was smooth to slight chop
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap and also some drops of rain. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were out, but their new mates Swanny Lonny and their 5 cygnets were nowhere to be seen.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward, I saw Angelo (the Man in the Red Van) parked in the carpark beside 'our' caravan park, stopped and chatted for a few minutes then did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 84 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
At the tip of the Moondarewa Spit.
9:26am - At Narrowneck - Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:21am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
8:02am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:25am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home at 6:00am, the breeze was light and building from the South East, the Broadwater was smooth to slight chop
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were out and about with their new mates Swanny Lonny and their 5 cygnets.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 88 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Swanny Lonny and 5 cygnets.
A yacht leaving the seaway.
8:59am - At Narrowneck - Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
Coming out of the Seaway... a tad rough.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:50am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:37am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:03am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home at 5:27am, the breeze was light and building from the North, the Broadwater was smooth to slight chop
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my banana.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were out and about.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 78 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
8:16am - At Narrowneck - Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:16am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:05am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
6:30am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home at 6:30am, the breeze was light and building from the South East, the Broadwater was smooth to slight chop
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were out and about.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 81 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Coffee time at Cafe Rockpool, while the cops drive past.
At Narrowneck - Looking towards Surfers.
A section of the Marina Mirage jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:16am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
8:05am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:32am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home at 6:10am, the breeze was non-existent and building very slowly, the Broadwater was smooth to slight chop
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were out and about.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 83 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:14am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:48am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:15am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the pod of 10-15 Danny Dolphins off The Spit.
I slept like a log until 5am and left home at 5:50am, the breeze was non-existent and building very slowly, the Broadwater was smooth to slight chop
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being a weekday, the shared paths were nearly empty.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar. While sitting there watching the world go bye, I noticed a fin and it turned into a pod of at least 10-15 Danny Dolphins about 200meters away. They obviously found a school of fish, as they held their breath for over a minute. Very hard to take a photo.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, compared to yesterday's hundreds of empty boat trailers, today there were bugger all. I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were out and about. The 4 goslings are missing, Mark said that he has to give them away, as there would be too many geese.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA. While there, I did notice Danny Dolphin swim past.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 99 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
A pod of 10-15 Danny Dolphins fishing off The Spit.
The YOT Club is moored at Marina Mirage jetty.
At Narrowneck - looking to Surfers.
Ningaloo (left) and Encore (right).
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea
Port Frederick the dredger.
7:37am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
7:27am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
6:52am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding AFTER A SHIT WEEK - WEATHER WISE.
I left home at 6:13am, the breeze was non-existent and building very slowly, the Broadwater was smooth to slight chop
My 2 new Schwalbe Marathon Plus tyres were still rock hard, which is a benefit.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. Being Sunday and a magnificent day, the shared paths were chockers.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my banana.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, there were (no exaggeration) hundreds of empty boat trailers everywhere. I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were locked up on their island.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 135 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
At the finish of the Brisbane to GC Bike Ride (100 kms).
I was looking for my mate "Crusty" but missed him. He rode it in 4hr40mins.
Excellent effort.
The riders enjoying finishing the 100kms ride.
The riders enjoying finishing the 100kms ride.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:54am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
8:16am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:13am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding, BUT it was BLOWING LIKE BUGGERY (again) FROM THE SOUTH EAST.
I am now convinced it is the BLOW LIKE BUGGERY season.
I left at 8:59 am, after shopping at Runaway Bay and having a retirement coffee. The breeze was moderate and building from the South East to bloody gale force, the Broadwater was choppy with white caps appearing later.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Into the Southerly headwind, continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, into the Southerly Buster, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk, with a magnificent tailwind. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, into the Southerly Buster.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. While having a drink, I noticed a new group - Bazza and Barb Black Swan and their 5 cygnets. They were beautiful.
I gave Cafe Rockpool amiss and continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 71 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home, after a beautiful tailwind from Goosey Lucy's island. Another enjoyable ride, even if it was blowing like buggery..
The infamous YETI of the Moondarewa Spit.
Bazza & Barb Black Swan and their 5 cygnets.
At Narrowneck, looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
Riverside resolute - the dredge.
10:46am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
10:30am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
9:54am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was no puncture and magnificent weather.
I left home at 6:38am, the breeze was a light Southerly slowly building during my ride, the Broadwater was smooth to slight chop
My 2 old Schwalbe Marathon Plus tyres were still rock hard, which is a benefit.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. The shared paths are back to NON School holiday normal.... bugger all, walkers out.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark. The carpark was 10% full with employees' cars.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates and the 4 new goslings were out enjoying life, so I photographed them, the goslings are having a growing spurt.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 78 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Goosey Lucy and mates with the 4 goslings.
At Narrowneck, looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:21am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
8:11am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:36am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was that I didn't get a puncture.
I left home at 7:44am, the breeze was a light Easterley for the whole ride, the Broadwater was smooth.
Yesterday, I put my 2 old Schwalbe Marathon Plus tyres on my 29er, I have ordered 2 new ones. These I kept from my previous 29er, they are brilliant tyres for me.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths. School holidays have ended and the shared paths are all mine again. Ok, there are some walkers out.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits, sat and ate my banana.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark. There were some there, but naturally, nothing compared to the crowds during the school holidays which ended yesterday. In Qld, yesterday was the Queen's Birthday holiday, a bit different to Victoria's 2nd weekend in June.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, then crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates and the 4 new goslings were out enjoying life.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 75 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. School holidays have ended.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
A Whale Watching boat heading out.
At Narrowneck, looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:34am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
9:23am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
8:47am - at Surfers.
Today's lowlight: I punctured near The Spit. I wonder if it was caused by all the shit on the shared paths caused by 2 days of severe storms.
I left home at 6:20. The breeze was light and building from the North West, the Broadwater was glassy turning choppy and it was starting to get warm..
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck. Continued along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
Due to the weather, there were people everywhere.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Started my 2nd lap of the Spits, when I noticed my rear tyre was softish. I headed straight homeward, but only made it to Seaworld, when I had to change the tube. It was a very slow leak. My pump wasn't real flash but I managed to pump air into the tyre but it was still softish, so I headed directly home at a slow, controllable speed.
I made it home without any dramas. Pumped up my tyre to 50psi and a couple of hours later, I took off my rear wheel and put it in the 'truck'. Tomorrow, I will go to my local bicycle shop with my rear wheel fully inflated and ask about a new hand pump that will pump up my Presta valve better than my current pump, and buy a new tyre and 2 spare tubes. When I changed the tube, I had a good look at my rear tyre, it was very soft rubber, the tread had worn away from the middle. It had done 7,100kms carrying around my large body, so it is time for a new tyre.
Update: Bought a new hand pump and Aaron tested it, also ordered 2 Schwalbe Marathon Plus tyres. I have had these on various bikes and they suit me. No punctures.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:14am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West.
looking North.
8:02am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
7:28am - at Surfers.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding, after getting my 2nd jab last Saturday, i felt RS, but after today's ride, I felt back to normal.
I left home at 8:04am, after Marg made me go for a ride, I didn't need much convincing. The breeze was light but building from the North West, the Broadwater was glassy turning choppy later.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck, I was attacked by a swarm of insects. Little bastards. It must have been the humid, wet weather. Continued along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
Due to the weather, there was bugger all people outside.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Sat and ate my museli bar.
The wind was building quite gusty from the North West, which meant a headwind, so I headed homeward the quickest way. Strailgt to andd past the Southport YC, then stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 178 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. School holidays, it is nearly full.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Coffee time @ Cafe Rockpool with all my friends.
Looking towards Surfers.
9:51am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit - looking inshore.
9:51am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit - looking across the Seaway towards South Straddie Is.
9:51am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit - looking out to sea.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
9:41am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
9:41am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
9:41am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
9:07am - at Surfers - looking North.
9:07am - at Surfers - looking East.
9:07am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:was seeing Goosey Lucy and mates' 4 goslings. They were beautiful.
I left at 9:24 am, after shopping at Runaway Bay and having a retirement coffee. The breeze was light and building from the East and the Broadwater was choppy.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark. Being later than usual and also being school holidays, the carpark was nearly full.
Being late, I didn't ride around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and some mates surprised me by showing their 4 new goslings. 3 of the adults were on guard duty and you don't mess with them, they were very in charge. I took their photo.
As I had already had my coffee, I gave Cafe Rockpool amiss.
I also gave 'our' caravan park amiss.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
Goosey Lucy and mates' 4 new goslings - Obviously, They have a very 'close' relationship.
The boys were on guard duty.
At the end of the Seawall/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
10:52am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
10:52am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
10:52am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
10:18am - at Surfers - looking North.
10:18am - at Surfers - looking East.
10:18am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight: was the job of riding, BUT it was BLOWING LIKE BUGGERY FROM THE SOUTH..
I am convinced it is the BLOW LIKE BUGGERY season.
I left home at 6:50am, the breeze was moderate and building from the South to bloody gale force, the Broadwater was choppy with white caps appearing later.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Into the Southerly headwind, continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, into the Southerly Buster, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk, with a magnificent tailwind. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my banana.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, into the Southerly Buster.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and 3 mates were out and about, the rest were still on their island.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA. See photo, my friends got their time mixed up or just didn't front.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 219 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home, after a beautiful tailwind from Goosey Lucy's island. Another enjoyable ride, even if it was blowing like buggery..
A beautiful day at the end of the Seawall/Spit.
Coffee time at Cafe Rockpool.
My friends didn't front OR is it that I don't have any friends..
probably the latter.
At the end of the Seawall/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
8:21am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
8:21am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
8:21am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:47am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:47am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:47am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight: was the job of riding, BUT the breeze is still hanging around. It is school holidays and everyone is out early.
I left home at 6:23am, the breeze was light but building from the North West, the Broadwater was glassy turning choppy later.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths, dodging kids and adults.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits and the Port Frederick ship. Sat and ate my banana.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, with a tail breeze.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark. There were people already queueing up 30 minutes before opening time.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty, and stopped to photograph George. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Peter Peacock and his family were quite happy frazing near my seat.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 214 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. School holidays, it is nearly full.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
George Pell ican at Marina Mirage jetty.
Peter Peacock at MacIntosh island.
At the end of The Seaway/Spit.
At the end of The Seaway/Spit - Looking towards Surfers.
Looking inshore.
Looking across The Seaway to South Straddie.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
7:58am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
7:58am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
7:58am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:25am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:25am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:25am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight: was the job of riding, BUT the breeze is still hanging but slowly lightening off.
I left home at 6:22am, the breeze was light but building from the South, the Broadwater was glassy turning choppy later.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Into the Southerly headwind, continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits and the Port Frederick ship. Sat and ate my banana.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, into the Southerly Buster.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were being fed by one of the locals.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 98 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
At the end of The Seaway/Spit - Looking towards Surfers.
Looking inshore.
Watching Port Frederick the Dredger.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
7:58am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
7:58am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
7:58am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:24am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:24am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:24am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home at 9:46am, after I went to 'Runners' (Runaway Bay Shopping Centre) for some shopping and a coffee. The breeze was from the South East and building to a bloody gale, the Broadwater started off glassy before becoming choppy with white caps.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I couldn't be stuffed riding to Surfers today, so I rode over the Sundale bridge and turned left and rode past the Southport YC. I continued to the Seaway via Federation Walk (gravel track).
While I rode along the gravel track. Continued to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit, continued back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path beside Seaworld Drive, back past the Southport YC, gave Cafe Rockpool amiss, as I already had my coffee.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
At the end of the Seaway/Spit, looking towards Surfer.
Panaramic view at the end of the Seaway/Spit.
At the end of the Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
10:48am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
10:48am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
10:48am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
Today's highlight: was the job of riding, BUT it was BLOWING LIKE BUGGERY FROM THE SOUTH..
I left home at 6:15am, the breeze was moderate and building from the South to bloody gale force, the Broadwater was choppy with white caps appearing later.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Into the Southerly headwind, continuing through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, into the Southerly Buster, to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk, with a magnificent tailwind. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, into the Southerly Buster.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were all out and enjoying life to the max.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 99 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home, after a beautiful tailwind from Goosey Lucy's island. Another enjoyable ride, even if it was blowing like buggery..
Narrowneck - looking good, if not, a tad windy.
A bit rough at the end of the Seawall/Spit.
At the end of the Seawall/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
8:23am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
8:23am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
8:23am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:50am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:50am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:50am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home at 6:20am, the breeze was a moderate North West, the Broadwater was slightly choppy.
I wore my tights, so I didn't need to put sunblock on, but it was warm and I took off my tights at Cafe Rockpool about 30 minutes from home.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point, then continued through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit. I continued out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were being fed by a local. I spoke to Mark, the head gardener, who confirmed that the Gold Coast 600 Supercar race in December has been cancelled due to Covid.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 101 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
At the end of the Seawall/Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
7:53am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
7:53am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
7:53am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:16am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:16am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:16am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight: was my encounter with 'Joe Blake'. Snakes that I have encountered on my riding adventures.
I left home at 9:28am, after I went to 'Runners' (Runaway Bay Shopping Centre) for some shopping and a coffee. The breeze was from the North and slowly building, the Broadwater started off glassy before becoming slightly choppy.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I couldn't be stuffed riding to Surfers today, so I rode over the Sundale bridge and turned left and rode past the Southport YC. I continued to the Seaway via Federation Walk (gravel track).
While I rode along the gravel track, I encountered a small Eastern brown snake, probably 3 foot long.
As I rode down the small decline and turned right to ride up the next small incline, which just happens to be a very fast section of my ride, a snake was halfway across the gravel path. I comfortably rode around him. I stopped but he had escaped by the time I was back at the spot. Bugger.
Continued to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit/ Being the weekend, there were a 1,000 cyclists at the end of the Spit. They were on some sort of charity ride. Continued back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path beside Seaworld Drive, back past the Southport YC, gave Cafe Rockpool amiss, as I already had my coffee.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride. Look at the colour of the sky, it was magic.
At the end of the Seaway/Spit. It was jumping.
Looking out to sea.
At the end of the Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
10:43am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
10:43am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
10:43am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
Today's highlight: was seeing a rhinoceros beetle.
I left home at 6:08am, the breeze was a light Southerly, the Broadwater was glassy.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. It was cool ish but didn't need to put on my spray jacket, then continued through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit. On my way, I saw a beetle on the concrete path, he wasn't moving, so I stopped and carried it to the grass. A couple were walking past and I showed them the beetle, as I hadn't seen one like that ever. The guy said it was a rhinoceros beetle. I continued out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were all out and enjoying life to the max. I had a discussion with Peter Peacock, as he was sitting on my seat. See photo below.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 96 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Peter Peacock was on my seat.
Rhinoceros beetle
At the end of the Seawall/Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
7:46am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
7:46am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
7:46am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:13am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:13am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:13am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:was the joy of riding.
I left home at 10:07am, after I went to my 6 monthly Skin Doctor checkup. All good. The breeze was from the South and moderate, the Broadwater was slightly choppy.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I couldn't be stuffed riding to Surfers today, so I rode over the Sundale bridge and turned left and rode past the Southport YC. I continued to the Seaway via Federation Walk (gravel track). Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path beside Seaworld Drive, back past the Southport YC, gave Cafe Rockpool amiss, as I already had my coffee.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
At the end of the Seaway/Spit looking towards South Straddie.
A pleasant sunny day.
At the end of the Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
11:24am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
11:24am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
11:24am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
Today's highlight: was the job of riding.
I left home at 6:12am, the breeze was light and variable, the Broadwater was glassy.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. It was cool ish but didn't need to put on my spray jacket, then continued through the Broadwater Parklands. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Checked out the burnt out area, there was NO smoke anywhere. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were all out and enjoying life to the max.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 112 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Narrowneck - looking good.
A bit of spray at the end of the Seawall/Spit.
At the end of the Seawall/Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
7:47am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
7:47am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
7:47am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:13am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:13am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:13am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:was the joy of riding.
I left home at 9:34am, after I went to Runaway Bay for a coffee and shopping. The breeze was from the East and light, Broadwater was glassy.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I couldn't be stuffed riding to Surfers today, so I rode over the Sundale bridge and turned left and rode past the Southport YC. I continued to the Seaway via the bike path beside Seaworld Dve. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Federation Walk (gravel track), back past the Southport YC, gave Cafe Rockpool amiss, as I already had my coffee.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 121 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
Looking towards Surfers.
At the end of the Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
10:43am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
10:43am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
10:43am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
Today's highlight:was the surprise of seeing Triple 8 announce Jamie Whincup's replacement for 2022 season at Cavil Ave, Surfers.
I left home at 7:02am, the breeze was light and variable, the Broadwater was glassy.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. It was cool ish but didn't need to put on my spray jacket, then continued through the Broadwater Parklands where the GC show was and nearly has cleaned up. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers. At Cavil Ave, I saw Jamie Whincup's Supercar, so I stopped and took a few photos. While there, I rang Lukey and he said that at 8:30am, 888 would be announcing Jamie's replacement, so I waited around and watched the press arrive. I saw Roland Dane talking to 3 of his team, I walked up and asked for a photo, Roland started to walk off, so I said "Roland I want you to stay, as I want to include you in my photo". He did, but see how uninterested he appears. I then waited around for Jamie, GIS and Broc to arrive and took a few more photos, then headed off to take my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Checked out the burnt out area, there was NO smoke anywhere. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to the Sundale bridge past the Southport YC and giving MacIntosh Island a miss. I was feeling rather hungry for a coffee and toastie. So headed straight to Cafe Rockpool, where I just happened upon the Tuesday Mothers and babies' pram meeting, they were about 12 in front of me, so I waited. It was still YUMMA, when it was ready.
Pure arse, as I left Cafe Rockpool, Jamie's Supercar was on the truck stuck in the traffic, so another photo.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 123 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Jamie's Whincup's Supercar on the shared path opposite Cavil Ave, Surfers.
Jamie's Whincup's Supercar on the shared path opposite Cavil Ave, Surfers.
Jamie, Broc and GIS.
Some of the action. (7 News and 9 News).
The Press.
Interviewing Jamie.
Stuck in the traffic on their way home.
Roland Dane is on the right.
Looking towards Surfers.
At the end of the Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
9:20am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
9:20am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
9:20am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:58am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:58am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:58am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:was the joy of riding and beating the GC Show crowd..Just..
I left at 6:16am, the breeze was light and variable, the Broadwater was glassy.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. It was cool and thought about putting on my spray jacket, but toughened it out then continued through the Broadwater Parklands where the GC show is being held. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Checked out the burnt out area, there was still one tiny area with a trickle of smoke (bugger all and my photo missed it). Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode back along the gravel path, and continued back to Sundale bridge past the Southport YC and giving MacIntosh Island a miss. I wanted to beat the Gold Coast show crowds back to cafe Rockpool for my coffee and toastie. WHICH I DID, arriving there at 9:05am. It was YUMMA.
The 2 girls that serve through thick and thin, both said that over the past 2 days of the GC Show, they have never been busier.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 215 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. I believe a lot would be attending the GC Show.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
The photo missed it, but there is a tiny whisper of smoke still there after nearly 4 days, since it started.
Looking towards Surfers.
At the end of the Seaway/Spit.
I JUST beat the crowd for my toastie and coffee.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
7:44am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
7:44am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
7:44am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:11am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:11am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:11am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:was photographing the burnt areas of The Spit.
I left at 6:11am, the breeze was from the West and light to moderate, Broadwater was glassy.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Stopped and put on my spary jacket then continued through the Broadwater Parklands where the GC show is being held. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Stopped and took photos of the burnt area. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode back along the gravel path and took more photos of the burnt area. Crossed over to the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park and then rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were out and enjoying life.
The people in their 000s were at the GC Show, so I walked my bike through the area to get to Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA. Because everywhere is fenced off and QR codes everywhere, I rode to the footpath beside the Gold coast hwy to try and avoid the crowd. It worked.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
Here is a 9 second video of the fire.
Still smoldering at The Spit.
Still smoldering at The Spit.
Burnt Area.
Burnt Area.
Burnt Area.
Burnt Area.
people waiting at Cafe Rockpool.
The kids were screaming on this ride.
At the tip of the Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
7:48am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
7:48am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:09am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:09am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:09am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:was checking out the Bush Fire at The Spit.
I left at 10:32am, after Marg and I went out for brekky and then to Woollies. The breeze was from the East and light, Broadwater was glassy.
Last night about 5pm, we noticed smoke directly over the Broadwater from our Apartment. The smoke was increasing and then I saw the flame. Check out the video.
I rode direct to The Spit along Federation Walk, when I got opposite Muriel Henchman park, the gravel track was barricaded off and the fire was still smoldering. I took a couple of photos and then rode along Seaworld Drive to the Spit, as each track was barricaded off.
I did a lap of the Seaway/Spit and to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, where I noticed a woman who had 4 dogs. They looked like Oddball from the movie, you know that dog that protected the penguins on Middle Island at Warrnambool. Sure enough, the lady said that they were Maremma sheepdogs. I gave then a cuddle and they were beautiful.
I headed home via the Southport YC, while riding through the Broadwater Parklands, I stopped and took photos of camels, which were here for the Gold Coast Show, which starts on Saturday.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
here is a 9 second video of the fire.
Federation Walk is blocked where the bush fire was still smoldering.
Federation Walk is blocked where the bush fire was still smoldering.
The lady said that they were Maremma sheepdogs.
The camels.
How beautiful is this dude?
Today's highlight:was the weather. A complete opposite to yesterday. It was cool, sunny and a light breeze.
I left at 7:04am, the breeze was from the West and light to moderate, Broadwater was slightly choppy.
As usual, I rode Northward into a stiff North Westerley, to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Sat and ate my museli bar.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park and then rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were out and enjoying life.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 123 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another enjoyable ride.
A beautiful day at Narrowneck.
A beautiful day at Narrowneck.
At the tip of the Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
8:39am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
8:39am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
8:39am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
8:04am - at Surfers - looking North.
8:04am - at Surfers - looking East.
8:04am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:was the weather. A complete opposite to Sunday's. It was blowing like shit and pissed down half way through my ride BUT it was beautiful riding in the rain. SO an enjoyable ride.
I left at 6:28 am, the breeze was already blowing from the North West and pretty stiff, Broadwater was choppy with white caps.
As usual, I rode Northward into a stiff North Westerley, to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down with a beautiful tail wind to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still with a nice tail wind. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths into the wind, consequently, my speed had dropped.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, then out to the tip of the Seawall/Spit then back to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit then back to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. While there the wind was gusting to 48kph and the spray was drowning anything that was 'game' to travel to the end of the Seawall/Spit, including me. Took a few photos at the end of both Spits. Couldn't sit and eat my museli bar, as it was blowing like buggery. I know it was gusting 48kph, as The Spit has its own meterological sites??.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, with a beautiful tailwind.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park and stopped and put on my wet weather jacket and pants, as the cold front frorm the NW had arrived and it was starting to rain. At least, I was riding with the wind, so the rain was nice. I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Strange, that I was the only human on the shared path from Muriel's Park to Cafe Rockpool. I think it had something to do with the gale and rain. Consequently, I headed straight to Cafe Rockpool, going past the Southport YC.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA. While I sat and ate my toastie and coffee, I was there only customer.
The rain had eased considerably, so I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 129 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Even though it blew like shit and rained, I still loved my ride.
A rough day at the Seaway.
A tad damp at Cafe Rockpool.
The front is approaching.
at tip of the Seaway/Spit.
at tip of the Seaway/Spit.
At tip of Moondarewa Spit.
7:59am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
7:59am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
7:59am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:22am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:22am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:22am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:Everyone on the Gold Coast were out to watch me ride. There were people evrywhere. The weather was absolutely stunning.
From Labrador to The Spit, every carpark was overflowing with boat traillers and cars. I have never seen them so full, so early in the morning.
I left at 6:37 am, the breeze was light and variable, the Broadwater started out glassy.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos.
Every car spot was taken, I couldn't believe it.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, there was a queue of jetski owners waiting to lauch their jetskis, but the downside for them is that there aare no car spots. Unreal. I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were locked up on their island, as it is Sunday.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA. Spoke to Kamal for 5 minutes.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 150 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. Wal has done a runner, he wasn't meant to leave until Tuesday, but his site is empty. He has gone back into NSW to visit his daughter.
Arrived at home. One of the best days ever.... weatherwise...
A beautiful view.
Seaworld Cruiser, jetski, Dive Boat.
At the end of The Moondarewa Spit.
2 birds with 1 stone.
A magic hot rod and 2 people on the paraglider.
At The Spit, looking towards Surfers.
At The Spit, looking inshore.
At the end of The Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:34am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:34am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:34am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:The joy of riding.
I left at 6:23 am, the breeze was light and variable, the Broadwater started out glassy.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos. I met a photographer who works for the Courier mail and he told me about the Jessica Watson movie being made in and around the Broadwater Parklands and jetty.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark. There were a couple of hundred cars parked at the back of the carpark. It turns out that the owners were then bused over to the Jessica Watson movie set. they were the 'crowd welcoming Jessica back to Australia'.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were all out and enjoying life to the max.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I stopped and spoke to a security guard who told me that this is where they were making the Jessica Watson movie, so I took a few photos.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 103 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. I stopped, but Wal was out shopping, his car was missing.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
Jessica Watson's yacht being filmed.
Ch7's Sunrise at Surfers.
At the end of The Moondarewa Spit.
At the end of The Moondarewa Spit.
At The Spit, looking towards Surfers.
At The Spit, looking inshore.
At Narrowneck, looking towards Surfers.
the view from cafe Rockpool.
Jessica Watson's movie.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:20am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:20am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:20am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:The joy of riding.
I left at 8:59 am, after shopping at Runaway Bay and having a retirement coffee. The breeze was light and building from the South East and the Broadwater was choppy.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths with a beautiful tail breeze.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, it was too windy to eat my museli bar, but I managed a photos.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and some mates were all out and enjoying life, so I took their photo.
As I had already had my coffee, I gave Cafe Rockpool amiss.
I was watching a big, dark front approaching me, so I headed straight home, giving 'our' caravan park amiss.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
12:00pm - Goosey Lucy with 2 mates enjoying the brief sunshine..
At the end of The Moondarewa Spit.
At The Spit, looking towards Surfers.
At the tip of the Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
10:02am - at Surfers - looking North.
10:02am - at Surfers - looking East.
10:02am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:The joy of riding.
I left at 6:19 am, the breeze was light and building from the North West and the Broadwater was glassy.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were all out and enjoying life to the max.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 142 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. I stopped, but Wal was out shopping, his car was missing.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
At the end of The Spit looking towards Surfers.
At the end of The Spit looking inshore.
At Narrowneck, looking towards Surfers.
At tip of Moondarewa Spit.
8:03am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
8:03am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
8:03am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:15am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:15am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:15am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:was the weather. As I had things to do early this morning, by the time I was leaving it was beautiful and warm.
I left at 9:32am, the breeze was light from the East and building, the Broadwater started very glassy, turning to a light chop.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos.
After leaving The Spit, I rode back along the new shared path. I rode through Seaworld's carpark, it was open and about 50% full. Rode down and around Marina Mirage and then out to the end of the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were all out and enjoying life to the max.
As I had a coffee earlier today, I didn't stop at Cafe Rockpool. I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 168 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. I stopped and chatted to Wal.
PS: On Wednesday the Goose/Duck with 5 babies, now is down to 2 babies. Unfortunately.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
At the end of The Spit looking towards Surfers.
At the end of The Spit looking back to shore.
At the end of The Spit looking out to sea.
At tip of Moondarewa Spit.
11:12am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking towards our apartment.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
10:28am - at Surfers - looking North.
10:28am - at Surfers - looking East.
10:28am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:The joy of riding.
I left at 6:33 am, the breeze was variable and the Broadwater had a slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
It rained, so the walkers were sparse.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were all out and enjoying life to the max.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, I was counting the empty sites, until I saw Momma Goose and her 5 goslings. I stopped and watched her protect them. I also forgot how many empty sites.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
Momma Goose and her 5 goslings.
Absolutely beautiful.
At the end of The Spit looking towards Surfers.
At tip of Moondarewa Spit.
8:19am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
8:19am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
8:19am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:33am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:33am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:33am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:Was just another beautiful morning ride.
I left at 7:58 am, the breeze was light and building from the South. The Broadwater was mostly glassy tending to a slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then due to the number of walkers, i rode along The Esplanade to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. A woman was in my spot, so I photographed her as well, I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
Being Sunday, the shared paths are quite busy.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, and nearly got blown off, then down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, didn't go back out to the end of The Spit, due to the wind.
After leaving The Spit, I rode back along the new shared path. I rode through Seaworld's carpark, it was in lockdown and the carpark was about 10% full with its normal employees. The Fire Brigade were testing their ladder, so I stopped and took a photo, before continuing around Marina Mirage and then out to the end of the jetty. I rode past the Southport YC, back to Cafe Rockpool. All the table and chairs were locked away, so I bought a coffee and sat on the lawn under the shade of a tree. It was quite pleasant. As I was drinking my coffee, Mark the gardener was out walking and stopped and we chatted for a good 20 minutes.
I then rode straight home.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
Same as on Friday
At Narrowneck - the cops are checking whether you are within 10kms from home.
The cops were on the water as well.
After this photo, they were talking to a fishing boat.
The Fireys were out practising in the Seaworld carpark.
At the end of The Spit.
At tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
8:54am - at Surfers - looking North.
8:54am - at Surfers - looking East.
8:54am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:Was just being back on my bike, another beautiful morning ride.
I left at 8:13 am, the breeze was light to moderate variable, the Broadwater was mostly glassy.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck and to my surprise, the cops were stopping motorists and checking if they are within their 10kms limit. I continued along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
There are still quite a few people out walking as in exercising.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of both Spits. It was just a beautiful day. Back out to the end of The Spit, sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos.
The sets were coming in and the surfers were out in force between the Spit and the Sand Pumping pier.
After leaving The Spit, I rode back along the new shared path. I rode through Seaworld's carpark, it was in lockdown and the carpark was about 10% full with its normal employees. Rode down and around Marina Mirage and then out to the end of the jetty. I rode past the Southport YC, back to Cafe Rockpool. All the table and chairs were locked away, so I bought a coffee and sat on the lawn under the shade of a tree. It was quite pleasant.
I rode through the caravan park, checked on our Fiver - all good and stopped and chatted with Wal.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
At Narrowneck - the cops are checking whether you are within 10kms from home.
At the end of The Spit.
The waves were beautiful.
The view at the end of The Spit @ 9:46am.
The surfers were out in force.
The surfers were out in force.
The view at Seaworld @ 10:41am.
At tip of Moondarewa Spit.
The Seaworld boat.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
9:07am - at Surfers - looking North.
9:07am - at Surfers - looking East.
9:07am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:Was just being back on my bike, after having my 2nd bike stolen.
I left at 5:03 am, I awoke about 4:45am and felt good, so I got up and went riding. The breeze was building from the West for the whole ride, the Broadwater had a slight chop.
It was dark when I left, so I had my lights on.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I couldn't be stuffed riding to Surfers today, so I rode over the Sundale bridge and turned left and rode past the Southport YC. I continued to the Seaway via the bike path beside Seaworld Dve. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, took some photos and watched the surfers, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode past Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark at 6:30am. There were bugger all cars in the carpark, only the workers.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Continued back past the Yacht Club and then over the Sundale bridge and noticed that Cafe Rockpool was closed. Well, it was 7:15am and they don't open until 8:30am.
I stopped at 'our' caravan park and checked on our Fiver. All good, so I continued homeward.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
The view at the end of The Spit @ 6:01am.
The view at the end of The Spit @ 6:01am.
The view at the end of The Spit @ 6:01am.
The surfers were out in force.
The view at Seaworld @ 6:30am.
Today's highlight:The kids are back at school, consequently, the shared paths were nearly deserted.
I left at 7:23 am, the breeze was building from the South for the whole ride, the Broadwater had a slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I couldn't be stuffed riding to Surfers today, so I rode over the Sundale bridge and turned left and rode past the Southport YC. I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, got damp and managed a few photos, as the waves were quite large.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark. You can see that the school holidays have ended, as the carpark was 25% full.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Continued back past the Yacht Club and then over the Sundale bridge and stopped at Cafe Rockpool. Ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 159 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
I went into the Office and asked if I could check out the sites for tomorrow. We are picking up our Fiver tomorrow and bringing back to the Park, so we can pack it and get ready for our sojourn which starts on Thursday. Marg and I are heading to West and South West Qlf for some fossiccking and fun.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
Approaching the end of The Spit.
One of the larger waves to hit the end of The Spit.
8:52am - at the end of The Spit.
8:52am - at the end of The Spit.
8:52am - at the end of The Spit.
The yachts heading out to sea.
At tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Seaworld's Whale Watching boat heading out to view the whales.
Today's highlight:The joy of riding.
I left at 7:09 am, the breeze was building from the South for the whole ride, the Broadwater had a slight chop.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
It's school holidays, consequently, the shared paths are chockers with kids and parents, it's great to see but you have to be on your guard.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were all out and enjoying life to the max.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 164 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
I stopped at Wally's caravan, Wally was there by himself. John left yesterday to drive back to Sale,Vic. he expects to arrive home on Friday arvo. Wal and I chatted for 20+ minutes.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
At the end of The Spit - looking towards Surfers.
At Narrowneck looking towards Surfers.
At tip of Moondarewa Spit.
8:56am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
8:56am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
8:56am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
8:10am - at Surfers - looking North.
8:10am - at Surfers - looking East.
8:10am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:The joy of riding.
I left at 7:20 am, the breeze was very light and stayed light ish for the whole ride, the Broadwater had a mill pond.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
It's school holidays, consequently, the shared paths are chockers with kids and parents, it's great to see but you have to be on your guard.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were all out and enjoying life to the max.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 151 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
I stopped at Wally's caravan, Wally and John were there, so we chatted for about 15 minutes.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
They have finished. They levelled out the 'cliff'.
The Sea World Whale watching boat cruising past the end of Moondarewa Spit.
At the end of The Spit - looking towards Surfers.
At the end of The Spit - very rough.
At the end of The Spit - very rough.
At Narrowneck - looking towards Surfers.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
8:20am - at Surfers - looking North.
8:20am - at Surfers - looking East.
8:20am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:was the weather. It started out looking like it was about to rain. It did, I even put on my wet weather pants. By Surfers, it was sunny, so stripped off pants and spray jacket.
I left at 9:05 am, the breeze was light from the South and building, the Broadwater had a light chop.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. As it was about to rain, I stopped and put on my wet weather pants. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
It's school holidays BUT we are in Lockdown. There weren't as many walkers out as normal.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos.
After leaving The Spit, I rode back along the new shared path. I rode through Seaworld's carpark, it was in lockdown and the carpark was about 10% full with its normal employees. Rode down and around Marina Mirage and then out to the end of the jetty. Feeling a bit second rate, so I gave Goosey Lucy amiss and rode past the Southport YC, back to Cafe Rockpool. Unfortunately, about 10 ladies had just ordered and I cbf waiting so I headed straight home.
The marathon which was to be run this weekend, has been cancelled, so the workmen are packing up tents, temporary fencing etc.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
Excitement at the end of Moondarewa Spit - they are moving sand around on the beach.
Excitement at the end of Moondarewa Spit - they are moving sand around on the beach.
At the end of The Spit - looking towards Surfers.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
10:17am - at Surfers - looking North.
10:17am - at Surfers - looking East.
10:17am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:The weather is still cool in the mornings, so I wore tights and spray jacket.
Today was my 350th time that I have stopped and bought some food and/or drink at The Fish Shak aka Cafe Rockpool. (I am an old fart who loves data).
I left at 7:24 am, the breeze was light from the South and building, the Broadwater had a light chop.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
It's school holidays, consequently, the shared paths are chockers with kids and parents, it's great to see but you have to be on your guard.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos.
After leaving The Spit, I rode back along Federation Walk, because it was sheltered from the headwind.
At SeaWorld, I crossed over to its carpark. The joint was jumping, SCHOOL HOLS. I rode through Seaworld's carpark. down and around Marina Mirage and then out to the end of the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were all out and enjoying life to the max.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 185 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
I stopped at Wally's caravan, Wally and John were there, so we chatted for about 15 minutes.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
Excitement at the end of Moondarewa Spit - they are moving sand around on the beach.
Excitement at the end of Moondarewa Spit - they are moving sand around on the beach.
The Sea World Whale Watching boat heading out.
At the end of The Spit - looking towards Surfers.
At the nd of the Spit looking towards shore.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
8:23am - at Surfers - looking North.
8:23am - at Surfers - looking East.
8:23am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:It rained - I can't remember the last time that I rode in the rain.
I left at 7:08am, the breeze was light from the South and building, the Broadwater had a light chop and looked like it would rain at any moment.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, stood on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos.
After leaving The Spit, it started to rain, so I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark. I rode around Marina Mirage and then out to the end of the jetty. As it was still drizzling, I headed straight to Cafe Rockpool as I needed a coffee and toasted hamma cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
The drizzle stopped just before the caravan park, so I did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 123 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Wally and John weren't home.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
The dredge heading out to unload their sand.
The rain squall approaching The Spit.
At the end of The Spit - looking towards Surfers.
It was raining at Cafe Rockpool.
At tip of Moondarewa Spit.
8:53am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
8:53am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
8:53am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
8:11am - at Surfers - looking North.
8:11am - at Surfers - looking East.
8:11am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:The 6 Danny Dolphins going absolutely ballistic in the Seaway, catching a school of bream. No Photos.
This morning, I went shopping and coffeeing at Runaway Bay, when home, I thought "Bugger it, I am going for a short ride out to the Spit". I left at 10:29am, the breeze was already blowing like buggery from the South, the Broadwater was choppy.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down over Sundale bridge and turned left, rode past the Southport Yacht Club, then continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk.
Rode out to the end of The Spit. There were people everywhere along The Spit. It was blowing like buggery and the sand was spraying over the seawall and then as I rode out the waves were breaking against the seawall and everyone was getting wet with spray.
I then rode down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and watched the 6 Danny Dolphins fishing for bream. I didn't take any photos of them.
After leaving The Spit, I rode back along Federation Walk to the Southport YC then over the Sundale bridge and straight back home, with a magnificent tail breeze blowing me home.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
A bit rough at the end of The Spit.
The Southerly was blowing like buggery, hence all the 'white water'.
At tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight:The weather is still cool in the mornings, so I wore tights and spray jacket.
I left at 6:19 am, the breeze was light from the South and building, the Broadwater had a light chop.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
I continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Did a lap of Doug Jennings Park, then out to the end of The Spit, down to the end of Moondarewa Spit, took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk, back out to the end of The Spit, sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark. Noticed that a helicopter had landed in a paddock beside Seaworld. I assume that it was a privately owned helicopter, there was no advertising or names painted on it.
I rode around Marina Mirage and then out to the end of the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were all out and enjoying life to the max.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 155 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
I stopped at Wally's caravan, Wally and his wife Rose and John were there, so we chatted for about 15 minutes.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
The helicopter in the paddock beside Seaworld's carpark.
At the end of The Spit - looking towards Surfers.
At tip of Moondarewa Spit.
8:02am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
8:02am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
8:02am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:18am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:18am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:18am - at Surfers - looking South.
Today's highlight:The weather was cool, so I wore tights and spray jacket.
I left at 6:27 am, the breeze was light from the North West and slowly building, the Broadwater had a light chop.
As usual, I rode Northward to my Lands End turnaround point. I continued down to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path to my normal spot at Surfers, still near Hanlan St. I stopped and took my weather photos. I headed off to the Spit along the various shared paths.
As I approached Narrowneck, I saw Angelo's Red Van, so I stopped and chatted to Angelo and Nicole then continued to the Seaway via the Federation Walk. Out to the end of The Spit. Sat on the platform and ate my museli bar and took some photos, then out to the end of the other Spit (Moondarewa). Took a few photos at the end of the wooden boardwalk.
After leaving The Spit, I rode along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive.
I rode through Muriel Henchman Park, then I rode along the bike path upto and through Seaworld's carpark.
I rode around Marina Mirage and the jetty. Crossed over Seaworld Drive back onto the Federation Walk and continued back to MacIntosh Island. Goosey Lucy and mates were all out and enjoying life to the max.
I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and ordered a coffee and a toasted ham and cheese sanga. It was YUMMA.
I continued homeward via a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 175 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
I stopped at Wally's caravan, Wally and John were there, so we chatted for about 15 minutes.
Arrived at home. Another pearler of a ride.
Who are you looking at, Boy!!!
At The Spit looking towards Surfers.
At The Spit looking inshore.
At tip of Moondarewa Spit.
8:04am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking South.
8:04am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking West.
8:04am - at tip of Moondarewa Spit - looking North.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
7:15am - at Surfers - looking North.
7:15am - at Surfers - looking East.
7:15am - at Surfers - looking South.
