Seldom is a climb UP as much fun as the descent on the other side but today was that day.
Riding up to the Maruia Saddle might have been our favorite yet due to its rideability, the views, and the sense of peace we experienced while riding up and over it. And oh there were six stream crossings going up. And NO traffic. 👍🏻
We didn’t take many pictures… they just didn’t seem to capture the zen.
There were smiles all day on this Sunday morning though.
Springs Junction is a tiny little town with only one motel (no vacancy) and camping available three miles out of town (opposite direction we are heading tomorrow). Dang it’s tough going off route to camp (in a headwind of course) but it was a great stay – especially with the sausage cigars and all.
Tomorrow we head to Ikamatua for a much needed indoor stay and proper shower.
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Keep Calm and Pedal On 