South towards Malawi
Biking in Africa hit an all time high today! I mean, could life get any better with the asphalt (there were a few potholes and bumps), a partially cloudy sky and cool temperatures that made it 'oh so pleasant' to ride 100km? Heading south from Iringa the rolling hills allowed the riders to enjoy the magnificent scenery (complete with gum trees today). The asphalt allowed everyone to have a nice quick ride and relaxing afternoon hanging out in camp or getting chapatis at the nearby village. Welcome back to Janet Alexander who, fresh from her month off the bike with a broken wrist, made a flying return to racing with a strong win in the women’s division... no one could be as excited as she was today (I mean the smile on her face said it all!). For expedition riders and racers alike, the paved roads, and the lack of bumps and corregations, made for awesome riding conditions. For the African Roots boys it meant a blissfully relaxing day without the bumps, corregations and mud that characterized their days last week. They were in camp by the early afternoon hours. So all is well here in Tanzania bike heaven!
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Posted March 26, 2007 by Field Writer
Tanzania | Tour Updates |
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