"Touring solo on a bicycle, I discover, is an act of stupidity or an act of divine belief. It is intense stretches of isolation punctuated with flashes of pure terror and indelible moments of friendship. Mostly, it is dirty work particularly suitable for the stubborn masochist. I was suckered into the adventure, the elegant simplicity of its execution, and, yes, even the glory of its agony". Andrew Pham Catfish & Mandala. Flamingo, 2001 p33.
First solo ride in Vietnam LaoCai - Sapa (35km uphill)
halfway - possibly act of stupidity at this stage
solo means celebrating the ride on your own and taking your own photo! Hoi An (Cua Dai beach)
Bike friday at a rest stop
Yep, hot, tired, pre-beer, pre-shower -
I was suckered into the adventure, the elegant simplicity of its execution, and, yes, even the glory of its agony
First solo ride in Vietnam LaoCai - Sapa (35km uphill)
halfway - possibly act of stupidity at this stage
solo means celebrating the ride on your own and taking your own photo! Hoi An (Cua Dai beach)
Bike friday at a rest stop
Yep, hot, tired, pre-beer, pre-shower - I was suckered into the adventure, the elegant simplicity of its execution, and, yes, even the glory of its agony
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