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Wed 13th Sep 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 54.57kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic sunny day.

I left home at 7:56am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was building from the South East. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive. Rode through Muriel Henchman park, which is an absolute mess, as the workers are expanding the carpark etc and everything has been bulldozed. Did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The Seaworld carpark was 3/4 full. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.

Headed to Cafe Rockpool. It was chcokers and I gave it a miss.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 146 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 54.57km at ave 15.2kph
September total to date: 55kms
2023 to Date: 2,457kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 113,284.60kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#673) - GC600 Park(#515) - Surfers(#699) - Spit(#887) - ride #465- morning ride - sunny 18-22deg 11-30kph SE

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Thu 31st Aug 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit - 47.00kms.

Today's highlight: Danny dolphin at Fisherman's Co-Op plus the Muriel Henchman Park has been bulldozed and is being expanded.

I left home at 8:36am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. I wasn't planning to ride but it was such a nice day, I had to go for a ride. The breeze was calm and slowly building from the North East. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands. The Gold Coast show starts tomorrow and is located in the Parklands, naturally, there was activity everywhere. Did a lap of MacIntosh Is. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos. They are preparing for the Springtime Festival.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive. I couldn't believe the amount of work the council had done at the Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The Seaworld carpark was less than half full. As I approached the Fisherman's Co-Op, there was a couple taking photos and I just caught a glimpse of Danny dolphin about 6 feet from the jetty. I immediately stopped and got my phone out to photo him. By the time I was ready he was chasing a school of fish, BUT I managed a couple of photos.
Rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Feeling a tad tired I headed directly homeward, via the Southport YC and the Super Berth, where "Sassafras' is stilled moored, the crew were on deck, cleaning it, so I spoke to them. The yacht is leaving on Saturday for Airlie Beach.

I didn't stop at Cafe Rockpool, because with everyone setting up for the Gold Coast show, there were people everywhere and being lunchtime, the queue was very big, so I gave it a miss.

I continued homeward, gave a lap of 'our' caravan park, a miss as well.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 47.00km at ave 14.5kph
August total to date: 414kms
2023 to Date: 2,402kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 113,230.03kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#672) - GC600 Park(#514) - Surfers(#698) - Spit(#886) - ride #464- morning ride - sunny 18-24deg 9-28kph NE

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Fri 25th Aug 2023 - Dicky Beach to Point Cartwright Lighthouse - 33.39kms.

Today's highlight: was just the joy of riding.

We are staying at Dicky Beach Family Holiday Park.

I left home at 9:00am, after going for a coffee over the road from the Caravan Park, old habits are hard to change.

The breeze was blowing from the South. The ocean was a mass of chop with only a few surfers in protected areas.

I left the Caravan park and headed along the shared path and sometimes along the quiet back streets parallel to the beach. I rode through the highrises being built in the BIG PADDOCK.

Followed the old shared paths and some new ones all the way to the Lighthouse. I am never in a hurry, and being a weekday,the shared paths were nearly deserted compared to yesterday's ride. I looked around and took in the scenery. Arrived at the Lighthouse, down to the entrance of the Mooloolah River, headed homeward along the shared paths. I rode the shared paths, as they are nicer.

2 kiwi lady riders asked me for directions, so we stopped and chatted.

As usual, I stopped to take photos.

Arrived back at our cabin. Another great ride.

Today's ride was: 33.39km at ave 14.3kph
August total to date: 367kms
2023 to Date: 2,355kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 113,183.03kms.
Today's ride summary:
Dicky Beach to Point Cartwright Lighthouse - ride #463 - sunny - morning ride - 19-21deg 19-33kph S

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Wed 23rd Aug 2023 - Dicky Beach to Point Cartwright Lighthouse - 34.87kms.

Today's highlight: was nearly riding over a 5ft Eastern Brown snake. As he saw me, he sprinted to the edge of the shared path and disappeared into the scrub. I didn'tt stop either.

We are staying at Dicky Beach Family Holiday Park.

I left home at 8:05am, after going for a coffee over the road from the Caravan Park, old habits are hard to change.

The breeze was blowing from the North West to North East. The ocean had some nice sets of waves coming, which pleased the many surfers.

I left the Caravan park and headed along the shared path and sometimes along the quiet back streets parallel to the beach. I rode through the highrises being built in the BIG PADDOCK.

Followed the old shared paths and some new ones all the way to the Lighthouse. I am never in a hurry, and being a weekday,the shared paths were nearly deserted compared to yesterday's ride. I looked around and took in the scenery. Arrived at the Lighthouse, down to the entrance of the Mooloolah River, headed homeward along the shared paths. I rode the shared paths, as they are nicer.

As usual, I stopped to take photos.

Arrived back at our cabin. Another great ride.

Today's ride was: 34.87km at ave 13.0kph
August total to date: 334kms
2023 to Date: 2,322kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 113,149.64kms.
Today's ride summary:
Dicky Beach to Point Cartwright Lighthouse - ride #462 - sunny - morning ride - 17-25deg 7-24kph NW-NE

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Mon 21st Aug 2023 - Dicky Beach to Point Cartwright Lighthouse - 36.24kms.

Today's highlight: was riding on over 14kms on Shared Paths surrounded by trees and bushes. Sunny, warm and windy from the South East.

We are staying at Dicky Beach Family Holiday Park.

I left home at 8:23am, after going for a coffee over the road from the Caravan Park, old habits are hard to change.

The breeze was blowing from the South East. The ocean had some nice sets of waves coming, which pleased the many surfers.

I left the Caravan park and headed along the shared path and sometimes along the quiet back streets parallel to the beach. I rode through the highrises being built in the BIG PADDOCK.

Followed the old shared paths and some new ones all the way to the Lighthouse. I am never in a hurry, and being a weekday,the shared paths were nearly deserted compared to yesterday's ride. I looked around and took in the scenery. Arrived at the Lighthouse, down to the entrance of the Mooloolah River, headed homeward along the shared paths. I rode the shared paths, as they are nicer.

As usual, I stopped to take photos.

Arrived back at our cabin. Another great ride.

Today's ride was: 36.24km at ave 13.6kph
August total to date: 299kms
2023 to Date: 2,287kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 113,114.77kms.
Today's ride summary:
Dicky Beach to Point Cartwright Lighthouse - ride #461 - sunny - morning ride - 14-22deg 6-20kph SE

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Sun 20th Aug 2023 - Dicky Beach to Point Cartwright Lighthouse - 34.47kms.

Today's highlight: was riding on over 14kms on Shared Paths surrounded by trees and bushes. Sunny, warm and windy from the South East.

We are staying at Dicky Beach Family Holiday Park.

I left home at 8:29am, after going for a coffee over the road from the Caravan Park, old habits are hard to change.

The breeze was blowing from the South East. The ocean had some nice sets of waves coming, which pleased the many surfers.

I left the Caravan park and headed along the shared path and sometimes along the quiet back streets parallel to the beach. I rode through the highrises being built in the BIG PADDOCK and spoke to a few locals.

Followed the old shared paths and some new ones all the way to the Lighthouse. I am never in a hurry, and being Sunday, it was busy than normal with walkers etc, so I looked around and took in the scenery. Arrived at the Lighthouse, down to the entrance of the Mooloolah River, headed homeward along the shared paths. I rode the shared paths, as they are nicer.

As usual, I stopped to take photos.

Arrived back at our cabin. Another great ride.

Today's ride was: 34.47km at ave 13.2kph
August total to date: 263kms
2023 to Date: 2,251kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 113,078.53kms.
Today's ride summary:
Dicky Beach to Point Cartwright Lighthouse - ride #460 - sunny - morning ride - 15-21deg 11-20kph SE

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Fri 18th Aug 2023 - Dicky Beach to Point Cartwright Lighthouse - 33.70kms.

Today's highlight: was riding on over 14kms on Shared Paths surrounded by trees and bushes. Overcast, warm and windy from the North West.

We are staying at Dicky Beach Family Holiday Park.

I left home at 7:42am, after going for a coffee over the road from the Caravan Park, old habits are hard to change.

The breeze was blowing from the North West. Being offshore, the ocean had a small shore break, but looked magnificent.

I left the Caravan park and headed along the shared path and sometimes along the quiet back streets parallel to the beach. I took photos of the highrises being built in the BIG PADDOCK.

Followed the old shared paths and some new ones all the way to the Lighthouse. I am never in a hurry, so I looked around and took in the scenery. Arrived at the Lighthouse, down to the entrance of the Mooloolah River, headed homeward along the shared paths. I will stick to the shared paths, they are nicer.

As usual, I stopped to take photos.

Arrived back at our cabin. It was great to ride again along a familair route and see the changes that have occurred since 2017.

Today's ride was: 33.70km at ave 13.9kph
August total to date: 228kms
2023 to Date: 2,216kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 113,044.06kms.
Today's ride summary:
Dicky Beach to Point Cartwright Lighthouse - ride #459 - overcast - morning ride - 18-26deg 13-35kph NW

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Wed 16th Aug 2023 - Dicky Beach to Point Cartwright Lighthouse - 32.64kms.

Today's highlight: My last ride at Dicky Beach was way back on 1st August 2017. Sunny, warm and windy from the South.

We are staying at Dicky Beach Family Holiday Park. We had previously stayed here for 194 nights (2008-2017) in our 5th Wheeler. As we sold our Fiver in 2021, we are staying in a cabin opposite our 'old' site. It is a magnificent area, hence why we are back here for a 'holiday'. I think Retirees haver holidays OR is that just our normal life.

I left home at 8:49am, after going for a coffee over the road from the Caravan Park, old habits are hard to change.

The breeze was blowing from the South. The ocean had a small shore break, but looked magnificent. See 1st photo below.

I left the Caravan park and headed along the shared path and sometimes along the quiet back streets parallel to the beach. Since I was last here, the BIG PADDOCK is now filled with highrise apartments being constructed. UNbelieveable. I will take some photos on my next ride.

Followed the old shared paths and some new ones all the way to the Lighthouse. I am never in a hurry, so I looked around and took in the scenery. Arrived at the Lighthouse, down to the entrance of the Mooloolah River, headed homeward along the paths and along the roads to check them out. I will stick to the shared paths, they are nicer.

As usual, I stopped to take photos.

Arrived back at our cabin. It was great to ride again along a familair route and see the changes that have occurred since 2017.

Today's ride was: 32.64km at ave 14.4kph
August total to date: 195kms
2023 to Date: 2,183kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 113,010.36kms.
Today's ride summary:
Dicky Beach to Point Cartwright Lighthouse - ride #458 - sunny - morning ride - 19-22deg 19-28kph S

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Wed 9th Aug 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 55.25kms.

Today's highlight: Another COOL, overcast day. Building like buggery from the South.

I left home at 7:58am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was blowing from the South. The Broadwater had a chop.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos. They are preparing for the Pacific Airshow.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive. Rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The Seaworld carpark was less than half full. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.

Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 206 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 55.25km at ave 14.7kph
August total to date: 162kms
2023 to Date: 2,150kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,977.72kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#671) - GC600 Park(#513) - Surfers(#697) - Spit(#885) - ride #457- morning ride - cool/overcast 16-21deg 15-41kph S

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Mon 7th Aug 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.65kms.

Today's highlight: Another COOL, overcast day. Building like buggery from the South.

I left home at 7:49am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was blowing from the South. The Broadwater had a chop.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive. Rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The Seaworld carpark was less than half full. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.

Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 206 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. Neil and Annabel weren't at their van.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.65km at ave 14.5kph
August total to date: 107kms
2023 to Date: 2,095kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,922.47kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#670) - GC600 Park(#512) - Surfers(#696) - Spit(#884) - ride #456- morning ride - cool/overcast 16-22deg 13-30kph S

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Wed 2nd Aug 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.16kms.

Today's highlight: Another COOL, overcast day. Building like buggery from the South.

I left home at 7:54am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was blowing from the South. The Broadwater had a chop.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive. Rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The Seaworld carpark was less than half full. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.

Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 207 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. Neil and Annabel were sitting out the front of their van, so I stopped and chatted.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.16km at ave 15.1kph
August total to date: 53kms
2023 to Date: 2,041kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,868.82kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#669) - GC600 Park(#511) - Surfers(#695) - Spit(#883) - ride #455- morning ride - cool/overcast 18-22deg 20-46kph S

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Mon 31st Jul 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 51.19kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL sunny day. Cool before warming up.

I left home at 7:34am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was light and building from the North West. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits. At the tip of Moondarewa Spit, the bogged, stolen car is now gone. Buggered, if I know where.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive. Rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The Seaworld carpark was half full. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.

Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 51.19km at ave 15.5kph
July total to date: 422kms
2023 to Date: 1,988kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,815.66kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#668) - GC600 Park(#510) - Surfers(#694) - Spit(#882) - ride #454- morning ride - cool/overcast 16-26deg 7-20kph NW

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Wed 26th Jul 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.42kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL sunny day. Cool before warming up.

I left home at 7:54am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was light and building from the South. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits. At the tip of Moondarewa Spit, the bogged, stolen car is still there. that's 30 days today, it hass been there.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive. Rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The Seaworld carpark was half full. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.

Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 214 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.42km at ave 15.5kph
July total to date: 371kms
2023 to Date: 1,937kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,764.47kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#667) - GC600 Park(#509) - Surfers(#693) - Spit(#881) - ride #453- morning ride - cool/overcast 15-21deg 9-32kph S

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Fri 21st Jul 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.40kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL sunny day. Cool before warming up.

I left home at 7:48am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was calm and from the North West. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits. At the tip of Moondarewa Spit, the bogged, stolen car is still there.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive. Rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The Seaworld carpark was half full. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.

Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 209 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.40km at ave 15.6kph
July total to date: 318kms
2023 to Date: 1,883kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,711.05kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#666) - GC600 Park(#508) - Surfers(#692) - Spit(#880) - ride #452- morning ride - cool/sunny 12-23deg 11-30kph NW

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Wed 19th Jul 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.06kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL sunny day. Cool before warming up.

I left home at 7:55am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was calm and Variable. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits. At the tip of Moondarewa Spit, the bogged, stolen car is still there. The "Police Aware" sign on the back window dated 26/6/2023. Latest report on the car is:- It belongs to a woman who suffered a serious brain injury and is still in hospital.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive. Rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The Seaworld carpark was half full. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.

Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a coffee and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 211 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.09km at ave 15.7kph
July total to date: 264kms
2023 to Date: 1,830kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,657.56kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#665) - GC600 Park(#507) - Surfers(#691) - Spit(#879) - ride #451- morning ride - cool/sunny 15-22deg 6-32kph Var

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Mon 17th Jul 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 51.21kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL cloudy day, with some sunny breaks. Cool before warming up.

I left home at 7:47am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was calm and building from the South. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos. I rode past the French women's soccer team who were out walking.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits. At the tip of Moondarewa Spit, the bogged, stolen car is still there. The "Police Aware" sign on the back window dated 26/6/2023.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive. The Seaworld carpark was half full, rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The Seaworld carpark was half full. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap. Rode up Tedder Ave, Main Beach and stopped and bought a loaf of bread, as I forgot to get it earlier this morning. I'm a dick.
Stopped at the SuperYacht jetty and checked out a beautiful 34m yacht called Sassafras.

Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a coffee and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 51.21km at ave 15.4kph
July total to date: 211kms
2023 to Date: 1,777kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,604.59kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#664) - GC600 Park(#506) - Surfers(#690) - Spit(#878) - ride #450- morning ride - cool/cloudy 17-20deg 9-26kph S

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Wed 12th Jul 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.23kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL cloudy day, with some sunny breaks. Cool before warming up.

I left home at 7:40am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was calm and building from the South East. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits. At the tip of Moondarewa Spit, the bogged, stolen car is still there. The "Police Aware" sign on the back window dated 26/6/2023.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The carpack was nearly FULL. I did a random selection of 20 cars, 8 had NSW rego, 9 qld and 3 Vic. I wonder if it is NSW School holidays. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.
Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 200 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. neil and Annabel were at the CP, so I stopped aand chatted.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.23km at ave 15.1kph
July total to date: 160kms
2023 to Date: 1,726kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,553.38kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#663) - GC600 Park(#505) - Surfers(#689) - Spit(#877) - ride #449- morning ride - cool/cloudy 15-21deg 0-35kph SE

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Mon 10th Jul 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.38kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL sunny day. Cool before warming up.

I left home at 7:47am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was very light and Variable. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Spotted the 2 Black Swans with their 5 cygnets. Absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits. At the tip of Moondarewa Spit, the bogged, stolen car is still there. The "Police Aware" sign on the back window dated 26/6/2023.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The carpack was FULL and using the overflow carpark. I did a random selection of 10 cars, 8 had NSW rego. I wonder if it is NSW School holidays. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.
Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 199 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. (It's school holidays)

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.38km at ave 15.5kph
July total to date: 107kms
2023 to Date: 1,673kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,500.15kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#662) - GC600 Park(#504) - Surfers(#688) - Spit(#876) - ride #448- morning ride - cool/sunny 11-20deg 0-11kph E

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Thu 6th Jul 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.39kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL cloudy day, with some sunny breaks. Cool before warming up.

I left home at 7:41am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was a light, building North Westly. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits. At the tip of Moondarewa Spit, there appears to be a bogged, stolen car, it also had a "Police Aware" sign on the back window dated 26/6/2023.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The carpack was FULL and using the overflow carpark. It must be school holidays. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.
Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 210 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. (It's school holidays)

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.99km at ave 15.1kph
July total to date: 53kms
2023 to Date: 1,619kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,446.77kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#661) - GC600 Park(#503) - Surfers(#687) - Spit(#875) - ride #447- morning ride - cool/cloudy 14-22deg 7-17kph NW

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Fri 23rd Jun 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.99kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL cloudy day, with some sunny breaks. Cool before warming up.

I left home at 8:03am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was a light, building North Westly. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark, then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.
Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 180 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. (Same number as Wednesday)

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.99km at ave 15.5kph
June total to date: 316kms
2023 to Date: 1,555kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,383.07kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#660) - GC600 Park(#502) - Surfers(#686) - Spit(#874) - ride #446- morning ride - cool/cloudy 15-22deg 7-41kph NW

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Wed 21st Jun 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.44kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL day, with a beautiful cloudless blue sky. Cool before warming up.. JUST BEAUTIFUL.

I left home at 7:56am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was a light Southerly. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark, then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.
Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 180 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.44km at ave 15.3kph
June total to date: 262kms
2023 to Date: 1,501kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,329.08kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#659) - GC600 Park(#501) - Surfers(#685) - Spit(#873) - ride #445- morning ride - cool/sunny 13-20deg 9-24kph S

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Mon 19th Jun 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.59kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL day, with a beautiful cloudless blue sky. Cool before warming up.. JUST BEAUTIFUL.

I left home at 7:48am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was a light Westerley. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark, then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.
Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 160 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.59km at ave 14.9kph
June total to date: 208kms
2023 to Date: 1,448kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,275.64kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#658) - GC600 Park(#500) - Surfers(#684) - Spit(#872) - ride #444- morning ride - cool/sunny 14-22deg 11-26kph W

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Mon 12th Jun 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.46kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL day, with a beautiful rain front approaching. Cold with a light breeze... JUST BEAUTIFUL.

I left home at 8:03am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was a light Variable. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits.

The rain started while I was starting my nd lap of the Spits. It was light with heavy drops.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark, then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.
Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 140 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.46km at ave 15.5kph
June total to date: 155kms
2023 to Date: 1,394kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,222.05kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#657) - GC600 Park(#499) - Surfers(#683) - Spit(#871) - ride #443- morning ride - cool/showery 17-20deg 7-19kph Var

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Thu 8th Jun 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit - 47.79kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL day and hardly any breeze... JUST BEAUTIFUL.

I left home at 8:08am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was a light South Eastly. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark, then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Feeling a bit knackered, I headed straight home.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 47.79km at ave 15.3kph
June total to date: 101kms
2023 to Date: 1,341kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,168.59kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#656) - GC600 Park(#498) - Surfers(#682) - Spit(#870) - ride #442- morning ride - cool/sunny 16-21deg 7-13kph SE

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Fri 2nd Jun 2023 - Lands End, GC600 Park, Surfers, The Spit, Cafe Rockpool - 53.49kms.

Today's highlight: Another magic COOL day. Cold and hardly any breeze... JUST BEAUTIFUL.

I left home at 8:11am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was a light Southerly. The Broadwater was calm.

As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap. Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, to Surfers, to take my weather photos.

Headed off towards The Seaway/Spit, via the Federation Walk. Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos then did another lap to both Spits.

I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive, rode through Muriel Henchman park, did a lap of the Seaworld carpark, then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.
Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi and a ham and cheese toastie. It was YUMMA.

I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 128 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.

Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.

Today's ride was: 53.49km at ave 15.6kph
June total to date: 53kms
2023 to Date: 1,293kms.
2022 total: 4,149kms.
2021 total: 5,059kms.
2020 total: 4,729kms.
2019 total: 5,366kms.
Since my recording started (13th August 1999): 112,120.8kms.
Today's ride summary:
GC - Lands End(#655) - GC600 Park(#497) - Surfers(#681) - Spit(#869) - Cafe Rockpool(#494) ride #441- morning ride - cool/sunny 16-23deg 7-26kph S

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