Day 1: A bit nervous, short of time, unsure how South Island trail grades will compare. They are tougher! Rockier, more exposed, more natural, less constructed. It makes me conscious of how artificial the Redwoods are when it comes to off-road cycling. There are a new series of tracks constructed below the Rameka, and at times I felt I was clinging to the handelbars by my fingertips.
Day 2: Up for the challenge - determined to conquer! This time I made it up through the full Rameka, enjoying the beautiful bush and the achievement of hitting the tops at Canaan Downs. There are also a whole lot of new tracks there which I didn't have time to explore - another time!
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| No wonder I'm a bit scared! |
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| The Klicks were really beyond my capability - but I had a bloody good time riding what I could! |
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| Summit at Canaan. |
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| The photo doesn't do justice to the green of the Rameka |
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| Great Expectations Track - great open fun through forestry, popping out to overlook the valley |
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| Part of the Rameka - last time I rode this was on a hardtail! |
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| Big country |
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