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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 COLD. I thought that I was back riding in Melbourne. At 6:00am it was 8degs felt like 5 degs. I believe the 5degs.
I awoke at 5:50am and checked the current weather report and looked outside. It looked nice but COLD. So I wore long cycle pants and my wet weather jacket. I was warm as.
I left home at 6:03am, it was cold, dry and cloudless with bugger all wind. The Broadwater was glassy.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty was empty.
I took photos on my way to and from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which has started to be demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark, a lap and a bit of the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. It was beautiful at the end of the Spits - sunny and no wind.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. I felt good, so I decided to do a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 227 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
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My favourite photos taken during this ride. |
6:14am - At Labrador just before sunrise.
7:23am - Looking towards Surfers.
7:59am - "Encore" berthed at Southport yacht Club.
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Photos taken at my usual photo spots. |
6:39am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
6:39am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
6:44am - Seaworld carpark.
6:56am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
6:56am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
7:01am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
7:07am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking North ish.
looking East ish.
7:08am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
7:20am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
7:22am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Panoramic (left is Surfers Paradise - right is South Straddy island).
7:22am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Panoramic (left is South Straddy island - right is Surfers Paradise).
Today's highlight: was the COLD. I thought that I was back riding in Melbourne. At 6:00am it was 7degs felt like 5 degs. I believe the 5degs.
I awoke at 5:50am and checked the current weather report and looked outside. It looked nice but COLD. So I wore long cycle pants and my wet weather jacket. I was warm as.
I left home at 6:09am, it was cold, dry and cloudless with bugger all wind. The Broadwater was glassy.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, stopped on the Sundale Bridge and took a panoramic photo, showing (L-R Highrisers) Southport, Main Beach and Surfers in the background.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty had a new yacht "Black Pearl". This "Black Pearl" certainly looked different to Captain Jack Sparrow’s "Black Pearl".
I took photos on my way to and from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which has started to be demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark, a lap and a bit of the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. It was beautiful at the end of the Spits - sunny and no wind.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. I felt good, so I decided to do a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 225 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. Being NSW school holidays, it was nearly chockers. My only disappointment was, I only saw 1 x fifth wheeler caravan. We sold our fifth wheeler back in 2022.
I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
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My favourite photos taken during this ride. |
6:38am - View from the Sundale Bridge Shared path. (L-R Southport, Broadwater, Main Beach and Surfers).
6:38am - View from the Sundale Bridge Shared path showing The Broadwater.
8:39am - View at Labrador shops. (L-R Labrador, Broadwater, Southport, Main Beach and Surfers in the background).
8:06am - The "Black Pearl".
8:06am - The "Black Pearl".
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Photos taken at my usual photo spots. |
6:50am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
6:50am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
6:55am - Seaworld carpark.
7:08am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
7:08am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
7:12am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
7:18am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking North ish.
looking East ish.
7:18am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:30am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
7:30am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Panoramic (left is South Straddy island - right is Surfers Paradise).
Why did the clouds come and just hide the Sun?
Today's highlight: just out riding and also watching the rough seas at the Spit.
I didn't expect to ride today, as I had to wash our car. BUT after my daily coffee at Joseph's and after having the car washed, when I got home, I thought "Bugger it I am going riding". So I did.
I left home at 8:59am, it was cool, dry and sunny with a Southerly Gale blowing, which I didn't realise until I left home. Thank God for my gears. The Broadwater was choppy.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty was empty.
I took photos on my way to and from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which will be demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Being school holidays, there was a long queue waiting for Seaworld to open at 10am. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. As I was riding out along the Seawall, the wind was blowing the sand into and stinging my face. At the end of the Spit, it was blowing like buggery and the spray was covering the seawall.
Heading South, I was riding directly into the Southerly gale, so going from The Spit back to the Seaworld, I rode along Federation Walk, which is a dirt/gravel track surrounded by vegetation, which managed to block the wind. It worked and then from the Sundale Bridge to home, I had a beautiful tailwind.
I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
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My favourite photos taken during this ride. |
9:42am - The Seaworld queue waiting for the 10am opening.
10:16am - A rough day at The Spit.
10:19am - A rough day at The Spit.
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Photos taken at my usual photo spots. |
10:39am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
10:39am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
9:39am - Seaworld carpark.
9:53am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
9:53am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
9:57am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
10:04am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking North ish.
looking East ish.
10:04am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking out to sea.
10:15am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: watching the dolphins, whales, the crab and a Wobbegong Shark.
I left home at 5:59am, it was cool, dry and sunny with a very light Westerly. The Broadwater was glassy.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty was empty.
I took photos on my way to and from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which will be demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. As I approached the Seaway/Spit I spotted 2 dolphins in the Seaway, but I stuffed up taking photos. At the end of the Spit, I spotted a couple of whales way offshore. As I rode back from The Seaway/Spit, I saw 2 fishermen trying to remove a hook from the fish they just caught. Problem was it was a 1 meter long Wobbegong Shark, he finally managed to remove it and get the shark back in the water. Hopefully, it will survive. Continuing my ride home, I rode around the perimeter of the Seaworld carpark and to my absolute surprise, there was a bloody big crab (about 30cm wide) making its way across the carpark. I stopped and took photos and then rode over to the security office and asked if they could arrange to save the crab. They said that they would. I hope they did.
The rest of my ride homeward was uneventful.
I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
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My favourite photos taken during this ride. |
7:53am - The Seaworld Crab.
7:53am - The Seaworld Crab.
6:20am - At Labrador overlooking The Broadwater.
Moon shot.
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Photos taken at my usual photo spots. |
6:36am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
6:36am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
6:41am - Seaworld carpark.
6:55am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
7:01am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
7:08am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking North ish.
looking East ish.
7:08am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
7:24am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Panoramic (left is Surfers Paradise - right is South Straddy island).
7:24am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Panoramic (left is South Straddy island - right is Surfers Paradise).
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:23am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: the joy of riding.
I left after my coffee this morning, at 8:03am. It was dry and sunny with a building Southerly. The Broadwater had a ripple.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty had "Crackerjack" anchored there.
I took photos on my way to and from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which will be demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took a photo of George (pelican) sitting on the seawall.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit.
I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
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My favourite photos taken during this ride. |
9:17am - George the Pelican was sitting on the rocks beside the seawall, waiting for me.
"Hi George."
9:43am - A beautiful scene.
On the Coral Sea side of Seaworld Drive.
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Photos taken at my usual photo spots. |
8:40am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
8:41am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
8:46am - Seaworld carpark.
8:58am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
9:02am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
9:08am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking North ish.
looking East ish.
9:08am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
9:21am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Panoramic (left is Surfers Paradise - right is South Straddy island).
9:21am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Panoramic (left is South Straddy island - right is Surfers Paradise).
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:22am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: the joy of riding.
Being an old fart, I have lately been suffering from aches and pains but I decided that I should ride today.
I awoke at 6:15am, checked the weather outside. It was dry and the sun had not risen and there was a light NW breeze. So I went riding. The Broadwater had a ripple.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty still had "Jesama" anchored there. I stopped and chatted to a crew member, they hope to leave tomorrow for Fiji. They found a motor issue which has delayed their leaving Southport.
I took photos on my way to and from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which will be demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark and also took a photo of the "Seaworld" hedge. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took photos, including the 6-10 surfers that were catching some nice waves.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit.
I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
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My favourite photos taken during this ride. |
7:12am - I only noticed the Hedge today. It is quite nice.
7:12am - Looking back across the carpark.
7:48am - The Surfers are out.
7:48am - The Surfers are out.
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Photos taken at my usual photo spots. |
7:05am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
7:05am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
7:10am - Seaworld carpark.
7:23am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
7:28am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
7:33am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking North ish.
looking East ish.
7:34am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
7:44am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Check out the sky/Clouds.
Panoramic (left is Surfers Paradise - right is South Straddy island).
7:44am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Check out the sky/Clouds.
Panoramic (left is South Straddy island - right is Surfers Paradise).
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:45am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: seeing the Sunrise.
As the weather has been shit lately, I decided that I should ride today.
I awoke at 5:00am, checked the weather outside. It was dry and the sun had not risen and there was a strongish NW breeze. So I went riding. The Broadwater had a ripple.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route and added the Lands End section, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty still had "Jesama" anchored there. I did notice that the plane was been replaced by a helicopter. I spoke to a crewman who said that they will be heading to Fiji next week.
I took photos on my way to and from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which will be demolished), followed by a lap of the 'dark' Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and managed to capture pre sunrise photos.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. I stopped at a benchseat with a nice view over the Broadwater, just near the Sundale Bridge and ate my banana.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 152 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. Felt good, so I ccontinued to the Landss End and then back to home.
I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
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My favourite photos taken during this ride. |
5:37am - At Broadwater Parklands Boat Ramp looking across The Broadwater.
6:29am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit
Catching the 1st rays.
6:32am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Magic photo.
7:01am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Did you notice the spray??
6:46am - Phar Lap and his mates playing in the Broadwater.
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Photos taken at my usual photo spots. |
5:58am - View taken from the Marina Mirage wooden boardwalk.
6:03am - Seaworld carpark.
6:18am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
6:22am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
6:30am - At the Seaway/Spit looking to the East over the Coral Sea.
South Straddy (left) - Surfers Paradise (right)
6:31am - At the Seaway/Spit looking back to shore.
Surfers Paradise (left) - South Straddy (right)
6:11am - At Muriel Henchman Park boat ramp.
Carpark (left) - Broadwater (middle) - Bum's Bay (right).
6:12am - At Muriel Henchman Park.
8:21am - At Lands End looking towards Southport.
Looking towards Surfers.
7:01am - Mr Moon wanted to appear in my photo.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
6:29am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
6:48am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
6:49am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
7:40am - Benchseat between The Sundale Bridge and the Southport Yacht Club.
looking over the Nerang River(Broadwater) towards Southport.
Did you notice the tram on the bridge??
Today's highlight: just the joy of Riding.
As the weather has been shit lately, I decided that I should ride today or Sunday.
I awoke at 5:00am, checked the weather outside. It was dry and cloudy and the sun had not risen and there was a strong breeze. So I went riding. The Broadwater had a ripple.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty still had "Jesama" anchored there. I did notice that the plane that was on the rear deck last Sunday was missing. Very rare. Upon further investigation, I found that yesterday they had winced the plane off "Jesama".
I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which will be demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. I stopped at a benchseat with a nice view over the Broadwater, just near the Sundale Bridge and ate my banana.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 173 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
6:39am - It was very rough at the end of the Spit/Seaway.
7:23am - It was too wet at the end of The Seaway/Spit, so I sat here and eat my banana. Looking over the Broadwater near Southport YC.
5:36am - Still dark, looking over the Boardwater towards Seaworld.
7:20am - The Superyacht "Jesama" was still there minus its plane.
5:59am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk heading to The Spit.
7:08am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk heading homeward.
7:08am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk heading homeward..
6:04am - Seaworld carpark.
6:17am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
6:22am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
6:29am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
6:29am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
6:39am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: Finding Seaworld Drive closed due to a Fun Run.
I left home about 6:56am, it was cloudy and looking about to rain at any second but didn't rain at all during my ride. The wind was beautiful and very light.
I headed towards Southport first, over the Sundale Bridge, rode through Mirage Mirage complex, then started to notice cars parked everywhere even the Seaworld carpark was full. There were security, so I asked them what was happening and was told it was the Gold Coast 30km fun run and that it was between Seaworld and the end of the Spit doing a couple of laps to get to 30kms.
So I decided there and then to ride down to Surfers and come home via MacIntosh Island.
Along the shared path to Surfers. Checked out the closed sction of The Esplanade at Cavill Ave. Stopped and took some photos before heading homeward, doing a lap of MacIntosh Island stopped and spoke to Viv who I hadn't seen since July 2025.
Arrived back home all safe and sound.
8:11am - Guess where I am?
7:23am - Superyacht "Jesama".
Can you see the plane on the rear deck.
7:30am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
7:30am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
7:36am - FULL Seaworld carpark.
7:40am - Seaworld Drive closed for the Fun Run.
GC 30km Fun Run map.
7:55am - At Narrowneck.
looking towards Surfers.
looking out to sea.
looking Northwards.
7:55am - At Narrowneck.
8:05am - At Hanlan St, Surfers.
looking South.
looking out to sea.
looking Northwards.
8:05am - At Hanlan St, Surfers.
looking South.
looking North.
8:09am - At Cavill Ave and The Esplanade, Surfers.
8:09am - At Cavill Ave and The Esplanade, Surfers.
Today's highlight: just the joy of Riding.
I awoke at 5:00am, checked the weather outside. It was dry and clear and the sun had not risen and there wasn't any breeze. So I went riding. The Broadwater was glassy.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty had 2 boats moored there.
I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which will be demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. I stopped at a benchseat with a nice view over the Broadwater, just near the Sundale Bridge and ate my banana.
I continued homeward, I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
5:32am - Waiting for sunrise.
7:43am - A magic morning.
7:44am - A magic morning.
7:21am - I sit here and eat my banana. Looking over the Broadwater near Southport YC.
6:03am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:07am - Seaworld carpark.
6:10am - Seaworld.
6:23am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
6:27am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
6:35am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
6:35am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
6:46am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: just the joy of Riding.
I decided that I should ride regularly and I decided to make Wednesday, ride day. Today is 7th Wednesday in a row.
I awoke at 5:30am, checked the weather outside. It was dry and cloudy and the sun had not risen and there was a strong breeze. So I went riding. The Broadwater had a ripple.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route and rode upto Lands End, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty had "Rascal" moored there.
I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which will be demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. I stopped at a benchseat with a nice view over the Broadwater, just near the Sundale Bridge and ate my banana.
I continued homeward, as I was feeling OK, I extended my ride by continuing upto Lands End then home.
I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
7:52am - When it is too wet at the end of The Seaway/Spit, I sit here and eat my banana. Looking over the Broadwater near Southport YC.
7:07am - A Yacht approaching the Seaway. Noticed his mainsail is reefed as it is quite windy.
7:45am - "Rascal" is moored at the Superyacht Jetty today.
6:28am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:28am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:33am - Seaworld carpark.
6:45am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
6:50am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
6:56am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
6:56am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:06am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: just the joy of Riding.
I decided that I should ride regularly and I decided to make Wednesday, ride day. Today is 6th Wednesday in a row.
I awoke at 5:00am, checked the weather outside. It was dry and cloudy and the sun had not risen and there was a strong breeze. So I went riding. The Broadwater had a ripple.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty was empty, second time in months.
I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which will be demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. I stopped at a benchseat with a nice view over the Broadwater, just near the Sundale Bridge and ate my banana.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 115 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. Being school holidays, I expected it to fuller.
I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
7:19am - When it is too wet at the end of The Seaway/Spit, I sit here and eat my banana. Looking over the Broadwater near Southport YC.
6:39am - My 2nd Panoramic photo taken at the end of the Spit/Seaway looking inshore.
7:13am - The Superyacht Jetty is empty today.
5:59am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:04am - Seaworld carpark.
6:17am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
6:21am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
6:27am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
6:27am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
6:40am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: just the joy of Riding.
I decided that I should ride regularly and I decided to make Wednesday, ride day. Today is 5th Wednesday in a row.
I awoke at 5:00am, checked the weather outside. It was dry and no clouds and the sun had not risen and there was a light breeze. So I went riding. The Broadwater was just a slight ripple.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty was empty, first time in months.
I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which will be demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. I stopped at a benchseat with a nice view over the Broadwater, just near the Sundale Bridge and ate my banana.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 159 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. Being school holidays, I expected it to fuller.
I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
7:18am - A magic photo. Looking over the Broadwater near Southport YC.
6:43am - My 1st Panoramic photo taken at the end of the Spit/Seaway looking inshore.
6:02am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:02am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:07am - Seaworld carpark.
6:19am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
6:24am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
6:31am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
6:31am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
6:42am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: just the joy of Riding.
I decided that I should ride regularly and I decided to make Wednesday, ride day. Today is 4th Wednesday in a row.
I awoke at 5:00am, checked the weather outside. It was dry and no clouds and the sun had not risen and there was not a puff of wind. So I went riding. The Broadwater was as 'calm as a mill pond'.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
As I rode through Labrador, I saw the Broadwater. It was absolutely beautiful. There wasn't a puff of wind and the Broadwater was calm as. I had to stop and take photos.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty still had "Danica" moored there, it has been there before 5th March.
I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which is being demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
At The Spit, I stopped and took my normal Spit photos.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. I stopped at a benchseat with a nice view over the Broadwater, just near the Sundale Bridge and ate my banana.
I continued homeward, I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
5:40am - A magic photo. Typical Right Place, Right Time.
On Marine Pde, Labrador looking over the Broadwater.
6:48am - Another magic photo. At the end of The seaway/Spit.
5:41am - The Broadwater looked stunning.
6:06am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:06am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:11am - Seaworld.
6:21am - Views of the Broadwater taken from Muriel Henchman's Park.
6:31am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
6:31am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
6:39am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
6:37am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
6:48am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: just the joy of Riding.
I decided that I should ride regularly and I decided to make Wednesday, ride day.
I awoke at 5:30am, checked the weather outside. It was dry and cloudy and the sun was rising but hidden behind clouds. So I went riding. It was a windy cloudy day. The breeze was a Southerly and the Broadwater was still calm.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge, I headed through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty still had "Danica" moored there, it has been there before 5th March.
I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which is being demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
At The Spit, it was wet due to the rough waves, so noone waas sitting there, completely, different to last Wednesday's ride.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. I stopped at a benchseat with a nice view over the Broadwater, just near the Sundale Bridge and ate my banana.
I continued homeward, I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
7:51am - A magic photo. Typical Right Place, Right Time.
On the Boardwalk that surrounds Marina Mirage.
8:08am - A lovely view from the benchseat where I rested and ate my banana.
Our Black swan family over the road from our unit.
6:39am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:43am - Seaworld Carpark.
6:54am - Panoramic of Muriel Henchman carpark.
6:58am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
7:02am - Panoramic of Doug Jennings Park.
7:05am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
7:31am - Moondarewa Spit sign.
7:11am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
7:12am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking towards South Straddie.
7:22am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: Riding in beautiful Sunshine.
I decided that I should ride regularly and I decided to make Wednesday, ride day.
I awoke at 5:30am, checked the weather outside. It was dry and the sun was rising. What else do you need to make you go for a ride.. Nothing.. So I went riding. It was a beautiful Sunny day. The breeze was a Southerly and the Broadwater was calm.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route, staying on the Shared Paths as much as I could.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge and as I was heading to the Southport YC, I saw a TV reporter and cameraman setting up. (It was Georgie from Sunrise, which I watch daily). Through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty still had "Danica" moored there, it has been there before 5th March.
I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which is being demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
At The Spit, it was beautiful, with the sun shining brightly.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. I stopped at a benchseat in the shade just near the Sundale Bridge and ate my banana.
I continued homeward, I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
7:22am - A magic photo, if I say so, myself.
Sun rising over the beacon at the end of the Seaway/Spit.
6:42am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:47am - Seaworld Carpark.
7:00am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
7:04am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
7:11am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
7:22am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: Riding in beautiful Sunny/Cloudy with a little bit of Drizzle.
I had no intention to ride today, so I did our weekly shop and then coffee at Josephs. On my way home, I thought that I need a ride, so I did.
It was a beautiful Sunny/Cloudy (25deg) day. The breeze was a South Easterly and the Broadwater had slight chop.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge and through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty still had "Danica" moored there. As I rode past the crew were cleaning it.
I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which is being demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
At The Spit, there was very light drizzle, it felt beautiful with the drizzle hitting my skin. It was sunny as, with a tiny cloud above. So I stopped and took a photo of the tiny raindrops on my speedo.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit.
I continued homeward, I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
10:32am - Photographic proof that it rained while sunny.
9:45am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
9:50am - Seaworld Carpark.
10:02am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
10:07am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
10:15am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
10:15am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
10:26am - halfway to the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: Riding in beautiful Cloudy weather.
I left home about 5:38am, I woke at 5:30am, was planing to go to Josephs for my daily coffee, but thought, stuff it, I need a ride, so I did.
It was a beautiful, COOL (20deg), Overcast day. The breeze was a COOL Southerly and the Broadwater had slight chop.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge and through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty had one superyacht called "Danica". It is a weird looking boat.
I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which is being demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
At The Spit, they were making Navy Seal starring Alan Ritchson, but it has finsihed and they were packing up.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. As I was riding past the Superyacht jetty, I saw a big flock of Corellas, so I stopped and took photos.
I continued homeward, I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
7:42am - The Big Flock of Corellas.
5:53am - Waiting for the Sun to pop out.
A Trawller coming back to port.
Superyacht "Danica".
6:17am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:22am - Seaworld Carpark.
7:26am - Seaworld Carpark.
6:35am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
6:35am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
6:40am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
6:46am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
6:47am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
6:58am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: Riding in beautiful Sunny weather.
I left home about 6:09am, I woke at 6:00am, was planing to go to Josephs for my daily coffee, but thought, stuff it, I need a ride, so I did.
It was a beautiful, COOL (20deg), Sunny day. The breeze was a COOL Northerly and the Broadwater had slight chop.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge and through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty was empty.
I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which is being demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
At The Spit, they are still making Navy Seal starring Alan Ritchson (aka Jack Reacher - Lee Child's books). I still haven't seen "Reacher", unfortunately.
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. Stopped for some water, at a bench seat in the shade with a view of the Broadwater. Bloody beautiful..
I continued homeward, I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
7:44am - The Movie Set.
7:44am - The Movie Set.
7:44am - The Movie Set.
6:52am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:52am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
6:52am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
8:19am - Beautiful view of The Coral Sea.
7:00am - Seaworld Carpark.
7:10am - Bum's bay from Muriel Henchman park.
7:15am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
7:21am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
7:27am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
7:15am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
Looking towards the Movie Set.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:00am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: Riding in beautiful Sunny weather.
I left home about 7:48am, I woke at 6:00am, went to Josephs for my daily coffee, got home, and felt like a ride, so I did.
It was a beautiful, COOL (24deg), Sunny day. The breeze was a COOL Easterly and the Broadwater had slight chop.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge and through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty had "Placidity" and "Maritimo 100" all tied up at the jetty. Stopped and spoke to one of the crew aboard "Maritimo 100" again.
I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which is being demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
At The Spit, they are still making Navy Seal starring Alan Ritchson (aka Jack Reacher - Lee Child's books). I still haven't seen "Reacher", unfortunately.
From the GC Bulletin newspaper "It has been less than two weeks since renowned American actor Alan Ritchson started filming on the Gold Coast. Ritchson began filming for his new movie following decorated US NAVY seal hero Mike Thornton and his “real-life struggle for survival in the hostile waters of South China Sea” on January 16".
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit. Stopped for some water, at a bench seat in the shade with a view of the Broadwater. Bloody beautiful..
I continued homeward, I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
8:23am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
8:23am - View taken from the Marina Mirage boardwalk.
9:44am - "Maritimo 100".
9:47am - The view from the benchseat in the shade.
Left-Sundale Bridge plus Southport High Rises.
10:12am - Left-Susie Lou - has been moored for the past 7 years.
I have nicknamed her "The pride of the Fleet". It is a rust bucket.
In the background is what I nicknamed "the 6 window boat".
It has been moored in our area for about 6 years. Unreal.
8:29am - Seaworld Carpark.
8:43am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
8:48am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
8:56am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
8:57am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:08am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: Riding with my 'little boy' Lukey. It was magical.
Last week Lukey said he needed a change of scenery from riding near his home to riding down around The Spit, Surfers etc. So last week we rode to The Spit. Today we made our way to Broadbeach.
We left home about 5:26am, and we rode over the Sundale Bridge, through MacIntosh Island (where the Supercars race), through Surfers via the Beach Shared path and turned around when we reached Broadbeach and rode along the road back to Surfers, then along the beach shared path back through MacIntosh Island and finally arrived home.
As Lukey has family commitments, he has to be home around 8:30am, we only stopped for a few minutes at Hanlan St, Surfers, on our way home and took a couple of photos.
Arrived at home. Another great ride, especially that I rode with my 'little boy'.
6:20am - Finally, a photo of me.
Plenty of sun protection.
6:20am - At Surfers, looking to the East.
6:20am - At Surfers, looking to the North.
6:20am - At Surfers, looking down Hanlan St.
6:20am - At Surfers, looking to the South.
6:20am - Beautiful scenery behind me.
Today's highlight: Riding in beautiful COOL Overcast.
I left home about 7:47am, I had no intention of riding today. I woke at 6:00am, went to Josephs for my daily coffee, got home, and felt like a ride, so I did.
It was a beautiful, COOL, Overcast day. The breeze was a COOL Southerly and the Broadwater had slight chop.
I rode my normal route to The Spit and returned home via the same route.
I headed straight to the Sundale Bridge, through the Broadwater Parklands.
Over the Bridge and through the Southport YC then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit. The superyacht jetty was full, with "Sunset", "Zuri" and "Maritimo 100" all tied up at the jetty. Stopped and speak to one of the crew aboard "Maritimo 100" about their Sydney to Hobart race, which they had to retire from, due to a fault. I took photos on my way to and on my way from The Spit. I rode around the Marina Mirage shopping complex (which is being demolished), followed by a lap of the Seaworld Carpark. Through the Muriel Henchman carpark, which had a wrecked car there, continuing out to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then finally made it to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos.
At The Spit, there were at least 100 cars parked for the latest movie that they are making on the Gold Coast. Through some thorough investigating, I found out that it is Alan Ritchson (aka Jack Reacher - Lee Child's books) is the main actor, unfortunately, everyone was ferried over the Seaway to South Straddy Island where the physical filming is underway.
From the GC Bulletin newspaper "It has been less than two weeks since renowned American actor Alan Ritchson started filming on the Gold Coast. Ritchson began filming for his new movie following decorated US NAVY seal hero Mike Thornton and his “real-life struggle for survival in the hostile waters of South China Sea” on January 16".
Rode back the same way that I rode to The Spit.
I continued homeward, I took my time and loved the ride.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
"Sunset" Superyacht.
"Zuri" Superyacht.
"Maritimo 100".
The YOT Club's new temporary mooring.
The abandoned, wrecked car parked in Muriel Henchman Carpark.
8:33am - Seaworld Carpark.
8:49am - Bum's Bay from Seaworld Drive.
8:54am - Bum's Bay from Doug Jennings Park.
9:02am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:02am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:18am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: Riding with my 'little boy' Lukey. It was magical.
Lukey said that we both need to get off our bums and go riding. He said that he will drive to my place and we will ride to The Spit as the views along the way 'shit over' the views around his area. So we arranged that he gets to my place around 5:30am as he has family commitments and he has to be home around 8:30am. Hence it was ride non stop to The Spit, stop have a drink take a few photos then ride non stop back home.
We left home about 5:35am. As Lukey wanted nice scenery, I took him past the Superyacht jetty, "Maritimo 100" was moored there, then through the Southport YC carpark, along the jetty surrounding Marina Mirage, around the perimeter of the Seaworld carpark, past the front door of the Sea World Resort, then a lap and a half of Muriel Henchman Park, down to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took 4 photos, then to the tip of The Spit/Seawall plus Danny the Dolphin was swimming in the seaway and said "Hi" to us. Plus there was the normal magnificent views, consequently, Lukey loved the route.
Rode back non stop the same way that we rode to The Spit.
Arrived at home. Another great, especially that I rode with my 'little boy'.
Lukey at the end of the Moondarewa Spit.
At the end of the Moondarewa Spit looking over the Broadwater.
At the end of the Moondarewa Spit looking over the Broadwater.
At the end of the Moondarewa Spit looking over the Broadwater.
