Kilometres: 178
Good: mostly felt strong, river trail through Hamilton unexpectedly beautiful and fast, including trail angels (Dad!). Arrived here at hotpools 5.48, before self imposed cut off 6pm but still decided to stop. Early start tomorrow. Also rain stayed away.
Bad: most expensive and worst muffin in NZ at Putaruru, mildly annoying left foot numbness by end of day, many dairying vistas.
Ugly: Brendan, writer of excellent blogs, being taken out of the event by a magpie.
Song on endless repeat in head: Taylor Swift’s Wonderland
Awww, thanks. Yes, that was rather unfortunate – I’d well forgotten that my pesky right shoulder is prone to dislocating; and I found I really shouldn’t try to ward off magpies swoops when it really isn’t necessary. Great to watch all the dots and the good pace all are making, well done!