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    • Munda Biddi
      21
      Giorno 21

      Lake Brockman

      4 maggio, Australia ⋅ ☁️ 19 °C

      After a chilly night we reluctantly shed the thermals, 2 jumpers, beanie and gloves for the Lycra and set off around 8am for the 49km to Lake Brockman which is essentially Logue Brook Dam. It was probably the toughest day we have had for over a week with lots of ups and downs on bush tracks that had been badly effected by the rain with slow going both up and down due to the scours and frequent deposits of leaf matter that acted as speed bumps. We elected to not take the prescribed burn detour which was shorter and on a good gravel road but go on the original Munda Biddi trail something in reflection was not a great decision. The track was overgrown, scoured badly and there were a few trees across the path but we were very relived when finally we made Lake Brockman after 4 hrs riding time. Worse was to come- somehow the Pies beat Carlton making me 0 from 2 in the footy tipping- c'mon Eagles!Leggi altro

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    • ViaggiatoreMunda Biddi Trail 2023
      Giorno 8

      Day 5

      13 ottobre 2023, Australia ⋅ 🌙 21 °C

      Bidjar Ngoulin to Lake Brockman- 37 klms

      It was cold overnight. A see your breath in your tent kinda cold and has one contemplating a dash to the loo or a restless night. Dash completed, added a beanie and a jacket and I went out for the count. I struggle to sleep at the best of times and whilst I tossed and turned I did manage to string some zeds together.
      Awaking with the birds - I’d packed, had breakfast and was on my way as the others stirred. We agreed to catch up later in the day.
      Pottering along I was gladdened to note that the surface was indeed harder and faster. Oh yeah! That didn’t last long.
      Some of todays sections featured washed away tracks some more really steep hills, pea gravel and sand. Needles to say - more pushing and walking.
      However, the end certainly justified the intolerable surfaces. Lake Brockman and its stunning crystal blue water is astonishing.
      It was well over 30 degrees and building as I sighted the Lake. There and then I’d committed to test the waters - once I’d sought a camping spot, lunch, coffee and a cold drink.
      I’m staying at the Lake Brockman Tourist Park and camping ground and it’s all but booked out.
      I was offered two options. The first a single powered camp site amidst everything and was warned that it would be busy and noisy and a bit of a trek to the ablutions block.
      The second is a glamping tent of sorts.
      I took it!
      Whilst I’m about 30 metres from the shower and loo I’ve a view to die for. Overlooking the lake with nothing but a beach of pea gravel to negotiate to reach the shimmery, shivering water.
      As I write, I’m in bed staring out over the lake. I can hear campers setting up as the day fades into night.
      I’ve already had three swims. It’s brain freezingly cold but ever so refreshing. I even wore my entire cycling clobber as I plunged in. Didn’t keep me warm but it came out cleaner.
      It’s going to be another cold night and the wind seems to be building.
      With food, shelter and a warm bed I’m stoked that today has been such a terrific experience.      Leggi altro

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    • ViaggiatoreMunda Biddi Trail 2023
      Giorno 9

      Day 6

      14 ottobre 2023, Australia ⋅ 🌙 12 °C

      Lake Brockman to Collie - 89.3 klms

      It was going to be difficult to top yesterday.
      Initially, I’d planned to reach Collie in two days staying overnight at Yarri Hut and the the following day arrive in Collie.
      Having slept really well I was up and away by 6:15am and reached the hut by 11:15am so decided to lunch it and head onward.
      It turned out to be a very hot day and staying hydrated was a priority so topped up all water vessels at Yarri then pushed for Collie.
      I knew I’d encounter pea gravel but not nearly the grinding, slip, sliding to a halt stuff that had me cursing in previous days.
      Yes, there were also some walk ‘em up walk ‘em down sections but overall it has been an awesome day on the trail. I’ve negotiated sand, gravel puddles and burned out areas of bush still smoldering and fallen trees blocking the way. There were detours onto the highway which despite the lovely flat, fast surface are not my ideal conditions. Being passed at 100 klms is rather daunting.
      By far and away the most enjoyable features of today’s sections were the hard track surface, downhill sections through picturesque forests. Despite the heat it’s been a great day on the Munda Biddi
      I managed to snag the last available bed in the entire town. I’m upstairs in the Federal Hotel and am being serenaded by the band and raucous rowdiness below.
      I envisage another early escape and will decide where to stay as the day progresses.      Leggi altro

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