Thursday 24 March 2011

Day 18 Huntly to Auckland (109 km)

Day 18
Day 18










Auckland at Last!

The start at Huntly
We all enjoyed a much better day today, all that is except the Mighty Yaris and I who got lost four times on the one stage. The group was joined by riders from the police department as well as the boys from Avanti.  We were also supplied with a police paddy wagon as escort, but they got lost as well. The ride into Auckland was not as hectic as expected as we stayed off the motorway.
Haze and I are staying with Dave’s mother and father in law. Steve and Heather live on 5 acres next door to Dave and his wife Niccy.  We are both looking forward to our two days off, before tackling five days riding up north.
Jim the roadie
This is also a good part of the trip to acknowledge our main support man. Jim Blyth is Alison’s dad. He has done a fabulous job as van driver, porter, navigator and general dog’s body. He doesn’t get lost as much as the Yarris.

1 comment:

  1. Hi haze and gang,
    sorry I have been off the air for a couple of days. I have been really busy at work. You are all on the home stretch now. Well done.
    Take extra care in the traffic. Hopefully the cars are kind to you. Enjoy your couple of days of rest. I am still with you. Love Jules

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