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Thoughts on the ride

Milling in Manilla, waiting for the start.

The mass exodus out of Manilla.

Early morning riding

Cyclists 'snaking' up the hill....

Just one of the many slight undulations....

 
'Trust me... It's all downhill.'
Approach to Copeton Dam.

Cattle Crossing

One of the 'Orange People' pointing the way.

Cyclists congregate at the showgrounds in Walcha, ready for the final few km ride into town.

The final leg of the ride into Walcha.

Camp site at Inverell

'Anyone for porridge?'

Queuing up in the mornings to load the bags in either the green or red trucks.

Brekky time

It doesn't look hard to get to the loo truck, but try finding your way back in the middle of the night...

And in the afternoon: Now where is my bag? I can't remember which truck I put it on this morning!

A Telstra Satelite phone was setup at each campsite. Most towns visited were outside mobile coverage area. Calls were charged at normal STD rates.

Final night celebrations in Uralla

(L To R) Pat, John, Di, Yvonne & Stewart

(L To R) Graham, Roy & Bernie

Assembling at Walcha showgrounds, ready for the final ride into town.
Standing Up: John & Rob
Sitting: Roy, Di, Yvonne & Stewart

Another photo at Uralla - The Westies + Pat (Rob, Bernie & Tiffany, Graham, Di & Pat)

Graham & Bernie riding across the wall of Copeton Dam