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Home to Turnaround Pt down to Surfers via GC600 Park to Surfers to The Spit (both ends - twice) then back through GC600 Park back to Cafe Rockpool and finally back Home about 50+kms.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
Being Sunday and Joseph my coffee man wasn't open today, SO I left home about 6:08am. The breeze was 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 to MacIntosh Is, did a lap.
Took photos of the GC Supercars packing up, nearly finished.
Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then along the Shared Path, towards The Seaway/Spit, via the jetties of Marina Mirage, a lap of the Seaworld Carpark, a lap of the Muriel Henchman carpark and finally made it 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.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive. Rode through Muriel Henchman park again. Did another lap of the Seaworld carpark. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty.
I stopped for a coffee at the Fisherman's Wharf Tavern.
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.
6:30am - At Lands End looking South.
7:02am - Packing up after the GC Supercars round.
7:18am - Babe moored at the Marina Mirage jetty.
9:27am - The Pan pac Masters Outriggers Competition.
7:26am - Seaworld carpark.
7:39am - "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
8:00am - "Bum's Bay" taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:52am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
looking East.
8:09am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was seeing all the Supercar Transporters parked at The Spit.
I left home about 5:35am.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands, then over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. No boats moored there.
Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage, around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, continuing along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. In the carpark, I stopped and took photos of the Supercar Transporters, then rode to end of The Spit, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos and then rode back to the end of the Seaway/Spit. I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, back around the Marina Mirage jetty.
I stopped for a coffee at the Fisherman's Wharf Tavern, before heading up to an entrance to the Track, took a photo of the crowd waiting to get in. Stopped on the Shared Path beside the Sundale Bridge and took some photos looking towards the Southport Marina.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 205 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
6:40am - All the Supercars' Transporters parked in The Spit's carpark.
Macauley Jones' #96 Supercar Transporter.
6:53am - All the Transporters.
8:47am - The fans have arrived.
The advantage of being tall - I looked over the barriers.
8:09am - The view from the end of one of Marina Mirage's jetties.
Looking towards Southport Marina and the Sundale Bridge.
8:51am - As I was riding homeward over the Sundale Bridge, I had to stop and take these 2 photos.
6:16am - Marina Mirage jetties.
6:16am - Marina Mirage jetties.
6:22am - Seaworld carpark.
6:36am - "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
7:10am - "Bum's Bay" taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:00am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
looking East.
7:20am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was being back on my bike.
I left home about 8:10am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I haven't ridden regularly as I have a health issue.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap.
Took photos of the GC Supercars setting up for their 25th October round.
Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then turned left along the Shared Path, heading towards The Spit.
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. During my lap, my friendly magpie attacked me once. No damage to me, as I am prepared for their attacks.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared Path that runs beside Seaworld Drive. Rode past Muriel Henchman park, which is nearly finished.
Did a lap of the Seaworld carpark. The Seaworld carpark was 1/2 FULL as the school holidays have ended. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued through the Southport Yacht carpark, beside the Super yacht jetty, which was empty.
I continued homeward, giving a lap of 'our' caravan park a miss.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
11:06am - The Boys were waiting for their daily feeding at Charis Seafood - over the road from our unit.
8:55am - The main Straight - setting up for next week's Supercars GC Round.
9:12am - Setting up the tyre barriers on the Back Straight - along the Beach.
9:47am - "Bum's Bay" taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:40am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
looking East.
9:56am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was being back on my bike.
I left home about 5:11am, to beat the heat. I haven't ridden regularly as I have a health issue.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands, then over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. No boats moored there.
Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage, then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my roll, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos and then rode back to the end of the Seaway/Spit. The workers were packing up after the 3 day Promiseland Music Festival. I noticed that there were about 20 surfers trying to catch waves between the Seaway/Spit and the Sanding Pumping Pier. I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, back around the Marina Mirage jetty.
I stopped for a coffee at the Fisherman's Wharf Tavern, before continuing homeward.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
5:36am - Sunrise - Opposite Labrador Aqua.
5:36am - Sunrise - Opposite Labrador Aqua.
5:36am - Sunrise - Opposite Labrador Aqua.
6:31am - Packing up after Promiseland Music Festival.
looking at Southport Marina.
looking along the jeetty.
looking along the jetty.
7:46am - On one of the Marina Mirage jetties.
7:58am - Views while having coffee.
8:16am - View from the Sundale Bridge.
8:16am - View from the Sundale Bridge.
6:20am - "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
6:07am - Strange that Seaworld carpark was nearly empty - over 3 hours before opening.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
6:37am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
looking East.
6:52am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was being back on my bike.
I left home about 8:10am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands, which is being set up for this weekends "gold Coast Show", then over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Evan Spiegel's $200m yacht "Bliss" is still moored at the Super Yacht jetty. Clive Palmer's $40m "Australia" was also moored there BUT not at the Super Yacht jetty as there was no room left for other boats. Bliss is 95m in length, so it is bloody huge.
Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage, then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos and then rode back to the end of the Seaway/Spit. I noticed that there were about 20 surfers trying to catch waves between the Seaway/Spit and the Sanding Pumping Pier. The council workers are still adding more tanbark to the Moondarewa Spit. I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, back around the Marina Mirage jetty.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 200 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
Setting up for the Gold Coast Show.
Setting up for the Gold Coast Show.
The surfers were out in force between the Seaway/Spit and Sand Pumping Pier.
9:24am - "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
9:29am - The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:38am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:54am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was seeing the $200m Superyacht and Clive's $40m superyacht.
I left home about 7:38am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Evan Spiegel's $200m yacht "Bliss" is still moored at the Super Yacht jetty. I spoke to the crew, but they wouldn't tell me if Evan and his wife Miranda Kerr were on board. Clive Palmer's $40m "Australia" was also moored there BUT not at the Super Yacht jetty as there was no room left for other boats. Bliss is 95m in length, so it is bloody huge.
Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage, then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos and did another lap of both Spits. The council workers are adding more tanbark to the Moondarewa Spit. I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, took a photo of the Seaworld carpark, 12 minutes after opening time, back along the Marina Mirage jetty, took photos.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 196 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
"Bliss" moored at Southport's Super Yacht jetty.
"Bliss" moored at Southport's Super Yacht jetty.
"Australia" is on the far left, "Bliss" is a tad larger.
Moondarewa Spit is being upgraded.
Mum and Dad Black swan with their 2 cygnets. Dad is super protective and chased me.. I survived.
10:12am - Seaworld carpark 12 minutes after opening.
8:54am - "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
8:58am - The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:06am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:22am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was the beautiful weather.
I left home about 8:01am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and rode past the Super Yacht jetty. 2 boats were moored there. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage, then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo before opening, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos and did another lap of both Spits.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, back along the Marina Mirage jetty, took photos.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 207 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
A magic day looking towards Southport.
Looking towards Southport YC Marina from Marina Mirage jetty.
9:55am - The 2 Jetboats are approaching.
9:15am - Seaworld carpark before opening.. only staff cars.
9:27am - The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
9:31am - The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:39am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:57am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was watching Quackaduck and Aquaduck race each other along the Broadwater.
I left home about 7:52am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and rode past the Super Yacht jetty. 3 boats were moored there. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage, then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo on my way back, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos and did another lap of both Spits.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, back along the Marina Mirage jetty, took photos.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 203 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
QuackaDuck and AquaDuck at the start line.
The winner is AquaDuck... by 2 boat lengths.
A very Colourful Motorhome.
Looking towards Southport.
10:20am - Seaworld - It's school holidays with a few people waiting to get in.
9:06am - The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
9:27am - The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:17am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:35am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was again the rough seas and windy weather.
I left home about 8:24am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Now the breeze hit me full on, continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and rode past the Super Yacht jetty. 3 boats were moored there. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage, stopped and photographed the Gold Coast Fishermen's Co-Op and then rode around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. It was blowing like buggery and very difficult to stand still, so I stood behind the Beacon and took some photos. I watched the Whale Watching Boat exit the Seaway and thought it was very rough as the catamaran was being tossed about. I wasn't at all surprised to see it do a U turn and head back to her dock. I then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, eat my banana and noticed that my phone was very low in battery, so I didn't take any more photos on this ride. Only rode 1 lap due to the wind.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, back along the Marina Mirage jetty. Stopped and spoke to a few of the Whale Watching people, they said it was bloody rough.
The GC Marathon is all setup for its races starting at 6:00am tomorrow and Sunday. I will take photos from our balcony, if I am not too tired, watching the runners.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 199 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites. Stopped and chatted to Neil and Annabel who we met in the CP way back in 2008. They are the only couple of our group of 'grey nomads' that are still caravanning. Everyone else have retired.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
Rough and windy at the end of the Seaway/Spit.
The Jetski group refilling at theirt servo.
The GC Fishermen's Co-Op.
The GC Fishermen's Co-Op.
9:38am - The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
9:42am - The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
9:50am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: the lack of people out and about due to the shit weather.
I left home about 7:57am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Now the breeze hit me full on, continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and rode past the Super Yacht jetty. 3 boats were moored there. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage, stopped and took a photo of the Marina Mirage jetties and the Gold Coast Fishing Co-Op and then rode around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. It was blowing like buggery and very difficult to stand still, so I stood behind the Beacon and took some photos, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos. Only rode 1 lap due to the wind.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, back along the Marina Mirage jetty.
As there was no people about, I stopped at Cafe Rockpool and had a coffee and toastie. As I was passing the GC Marathon Finishline, I had to stop and take a photo. The GC Marathon is this weekend.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 189 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
The closest that I will ever get to the Finishline in the GC Marathon.
The BIG Playground is nearly deserted today.
The GC Fishing Co-Op.
Looking towards Southport YC marina.
Noone to be seen.
Coffee and Toastie.... YUMMA...
9:18am - The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
9:55am - The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:29am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:45am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: Riding with my 9yo Grandson.
Being school holidays, we have Mase for a 2 night sleepover. Marg and I love having him stay with us.
The weather was overcast with medium strength Southerly. We left home at 9:28am and home about 10:45am.
We rode around the Shared path from Charis Seafoods to the Sundale Bridge.
We stopped at the BIG Playground just past 'our' caravan park, Mase again tested various components... They passed. We continued to the Sundale Bridge before heading back home, via riding through the caravan park..
It is great fun riding and communicating with Mase. Life is GREAT.
Next ride is planned for tomorrow, weather permitting.
Mase enjoying himself.
Mase enjoying himself.
Mase enjoying himself.
Mase enjoying himself.
Mase enjoying himself.
At Sundale Bridge.
One of Broadwater Parkland's Girls.
Today's highlight: Riding with my 9yo Grandson.
Being school holidays, we have Mase for a 2 night sleepover. Marg and I love having him stay with us.
At 8;00am, I took the truck, stopping at Josephs for a coffee, then drove to Mase's house to pick him up and put his bike in the tray.
The weather was sunny with medium strength Northerly. We left home at 11:19am and home about 12:30pm.
We rode around the Shared path from Charis Seafoods to the Sundale Bridge.
Mase's riding skills have improved immensely. We stopped at the BIG Playground just past 'our' caravan park, Mase tested various components... They passed. We continued to the Sundale Bridge before heading back home.
It is great fun riding and communicating with Mase. Life is GREAT.
Next ride is planned for tomorrow, weather permitting.
This playground cost the Gold Coast CC $5m. Yep 5mil...
Mase enjoying himself.
I see you.
Still enjoying himself.
At Sundale Bridge.
Susie Lou - the Pride of the Fleet in labrador... is still afloat... JUST..
Today's highlight: back to the joy of riding.
I left home about 8:10am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and rode past the Super Yacht jetty. 2 boats were moored there. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage, stopped and took a photo of "The YOT Club" and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos and did another lap of both Spits.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, back along the Marina Mirage jetty, took photos.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 163 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
"the YOT Club" moored at Marina Mirage jetty.
A Jet Boat off Moondarewa Spit.
Looking towards Southport YC marina.
Resting between Sundale Bridge and Southport YC.
9:10am - Seaworld Carpark.
9:22am - The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
9:26am - The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:34am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:50am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: back to the joy of riding.
I left home about 7:52am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Stopped and took a photo of the Broadwater looking Southward. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and rode past the Super Yacht jetty. 3 boats were moored there. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos and did another lap of both Spits.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, back along the Marina Mirage jetty, took photos.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 167 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
8:08am - Look at the water.. Looking South
- at Biggera Creek.
8:41am - Looking at Southport YC marina.
George welcoming me back to riding.
10:38am - Look at the water.. Looking North
- in between Sundale Bridge and Southport YC.
10:38am - Look at the water.. Looking North
- in between Sundale Bridge and Southport YC.
10:27am - On Marina Mirage jetty looking towards Southport YC.
10:27am - On Marina Mirage jetty looking towards Marina Mirage.
8:51am - Seaworld Carpark.
9:04am - The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
9:09am - The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:18am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:33am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: back to the joy of riding.
I left home about 8:00am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Stopped and took a photo of the Broadwater looking Southward. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and rode past the Super Yacht jetty. 2 yachts were moored there. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos and did another lap of both Spits.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, back along the Marina Mirage jetty.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 163 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
Look at the water.. Looking South
- at Biggera Creek.
Looking at Southport YC marina.
8:59am - Seaworld Carpark.
The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:26am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:43am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: FINALLY, being able to ride again after having 1/4 of my scalp cut off. Consequently, I couldn't wear a helmet.
I left home about 8:39am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Stopped and took a photo of the Broadwater looking Southward. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Only the dredge was moored there. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos and did another lap of both Spits.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, stopped on the Marina Mirage jetty and took another magic photo.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 159 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
Look at the water.. Looking South
- at Biggera Creek.
Looking at Southport YC marina.
Marina Mirage marina.
9:37am - Seaworld Carpark.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
10:03am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
10:18am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was the magnificent weather... check out the 'glassy' Broadwater.
I left home about 7:40am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End/Biggera Creek turnaround point. Stopped and took a photo of the glassy Broadwater looking Southward. Stopped at Labrador and took another magic photo. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. "Friendly Confines" is heading towards The Whitsundays. Clive Palmer's Australia was still moored at the jetty. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, stopped on the Sundale Bridge and took another magic photo.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 96 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
Look at the water.. Looking South
- at Biggera Creek.
Look at the water.. Looking South
- at Labrador.
On the Sundale Bridge looking to the North.
8:40am - Seaworld Carpark.
The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:05am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:21am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was the joy of riding.
I left home about 7:17am, being Labor Day holiday, Joseph wasn't open, so I planned to visit Kamal at Cafe Rockpool for a coffee.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. "Friendly Confines" was still moored. Clive Palmer's Australia was still moored at the jetty. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, over the Sundale Bridge and headed to cafe Rockpool. Kamal was on duty, it was great to catch up with him, I haven't seen him since last October. Ordered coffee and raisin toast.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
My latest mate "Cee Gull" tried to steal my raisin toast. bastard, he didn't...
Riding along the jetty at Marina Mirage.
8:15am - Seaworld Carpark.
The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:39am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:08am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: The joy of riding.
I am still riding my smaller route, to the Spit.
The weather on the Gold Coast was warm and overcast, with a light Southerly breeze.
I left home about 8:04am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Another boat was in dock - "Friendly Confines", I spoke to a crew member, who said that their next port of call is thee WhitSundays. I wisheed him all the best. Clive Palmer's Australia was still moored at the jetty. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive, over the Sundale Bridge and headed homeward.
Arrived at home. Another magic, enjoyable ride.
I texted this flower to my wife.
Yes... I am a romantic.
Riding along the jetty at Marina Mirage.
Friendly Confines moored at the Super Yacht jetty.
9:00am - Seaworld Carpark.
The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:27am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
looking over the Boardwalk.North.
9:44am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: Was riding with my youngest son Lukey. The last time that we rode together was 22nd August 2009.
Lukey on Friday bought himself an Electric Bike, as he had not ridden for over 10 years. While shopping Jodi his wife also bought a normal bike (not electric). I got a phone call from Lukey this morning, asking if we could go for a ride, if he could fit his bike in his car. With a bit of effort and removing his front wheel, it fitted.
While he was driving to me, I went through my cycling attire. Shock, horror, I found a brand new pair of padded cycling pants with the tags still attached and also a long sleeve cycling jersey and a brand new pair of cycling gloves. Lukey arrived and was quite happy to wear that and keep it for himself.
Now bear in mind, that Lukey hasn't ridden a bike for nearing 15 years, so his bike fitness is low... Also riding his Kawasaki Z900 motorbike doesn't count.
He wanted to ride out to The Spit, so we did.
We kept on the shared path all the way, except for 1 kilometer in Labrador as the shared path is crap. very narrow. We made to The Spit and along the way I am sure that I heard a grumpy, complaining man following me. He was feeling the ride, his bum, knees and wrists were sore, BUT we made it and both Lukey and I loved it.
He will now get a towbar and bike rack fitted to his car, then we can ride together and also have Mase ride with us, as Mase is dying to ride to The Spit.
It was a magic ride. I loved it.
Lukey at The Spit.
22nd August 2009 - The LAST time that I rode with Lukey.
Damo, Jay (eldest son), Lukey (youngest son).
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore and Lukey.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
10:35am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Today's highlight: The beautiful views over the Broadwater.
I am still riding my smaller route, to the Spit.
The weather on the Gold Coast was warm and sunny with a bit of cloud building, with a light Southerly breeze.
I left home about 7:19am, being Anzac Day, I didn't go for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe as he was closed.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Clive Palmer's Australia was still moored at the jetty. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive. Photoed the large crowd waiting to enter Seaworld, over the Sundale Bridge and headed homeward.
Arrived at home. Another magic, enjoyable ride.
Today is the 49th year since I met my wife.
The School cadets getting ready for their ceremony.
ANZAC Day.
ANZAC Day.
8:28am - Seaworld Carpark.
The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken from Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:53am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:09am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: The beautiful views over the Broadwater.
I am still riding my smaller route, to the Spit.
The weather on the Gold Coast was warm and sunny with a bit of cloud building, with a light Southerly breeze.
I left home about 7:37am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Clive Palmer's Australia was still moored at the jetty. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my museli bar, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive. Photoed the large crowd waiting to enter Seaworld, over the Sundale Bridge and headed homeward.
Arrived at home. Another magic, enjoyable ride.
A beautiful '69 Vette parked at The Spit.
The Jet Cars at Marina Mirage jetty.
Seaworld Helicopter taking off.
AquaDuck heading for the water.
8:35am - Seaworld Carpark.
The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken frrom Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:01am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:24am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: The beautiful views over the Broadwater.
I am still riding my smaller route, to the Spit.
The weather on the Gold Coast was warm and sunny with a bit of cloud building, with a light Southerly breeze.
I left home about 7:51am, after going for a coffee at Joseph's the Viet Cafe and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Clive Palmer's Australia was still moored at the jetty. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive. Photoed the large crowd waiting to enter Seaworld, over the Sundale Bridge and headed homeward.
Arrived at home. Another magic, enjoyable ride.
the Car Jet Skis.
8:53am - Seaworld Carpark.
10:03am - waiting to enter Seaworld.
The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty taken frrom Doug Jennings Park.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:22am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:37am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: The beautiful views over the Broadwater.
I am still riding my smaller route, to the Spit.
The weather on the Gold Coast was warm and sunny, with a light variable breeze.
I left home about 7:46am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park.
I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Clive Palmer's Australia was still moored at the jetty. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive. Over the Sundale Bridge and headed homeward.
Arrived at home. Another magic, enjoyable ride.
Bondi Incident.
The full Dredge.
Southport Yacht Club marina.
8:42am - Seaworld Carpark.
The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:08am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:27am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: The joy of riding.
I am still riding my smaller route, to the Spit.
The weather on the Gold Coast was warm and sunny, with a Southerly breeze.
I left home about 6:04am, and rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Clive Palmer's Australia was still moored at the jetty. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive. Over the Sundale Bridge and didn't stop for a coffee. I would have a coffee later in the morning at Joseph's Cafe at Labrador Park.
Arrived at home. Another magic, enjoyable ride.
The empty Dredge.
The full Dredge.
Southport Yacht Club marina.
Southport Yacht Club marina.
7:05am - Seaworld Carpark.
The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:30am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
Beautiful Waves.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
7:51am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: Where do I start...
900th ride to The Spit since my 1st ride back on 5th August 2009.
Watching the 2 dolphins happily playing with a couple of boardriders.. Unbelieveable.
I am still riding my smaller route, to the Spit.
The weather on the Gold Coast was warm and sunny with cloudy patches, with a Westerly to South Easterly breeze.
I left home about 6:01am, and rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Clive Palmer's Australia was back moored at the jetty. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped halfway towards the end, when I saw a group of people taking photos of the 2 dolphins. They had been there about 3 minutes before I arrived and they were happily playing with the boardriders. usually the dolphins appear but don't hang around, this was something VERY SPECIAL. I think that they were there to welcome me back riding.
I took some photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive. Over the Sundale Bridge and didn't stop for a coffee. I would have a coffee later in the morning at Joseph's Cafe at Labrador Park.
Arrived at home. Another EXCEPTIONALLY MAGIC, enjoyable ride.
Danny Dolphin enjoying himself.
Danny Dolphin enjoying himself.
Danny Dolphin enjoying himself.
Danny Dolphin enjoying himself.
Australia - Clive Palmer's $40m Tinny.
7:02am - Seaworld Carpark.
The "Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:27am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
7:46am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was STILL the absolute joy of riding.
I am still riding my smaller route, to the Spit.
The weather on the Gold Coast was warm and sunny, with a Southerley breeze.
I left home about 6:13am, and rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Venus (Mrs Steve Jobs - Apple) has now left the jetty but Clive Palmer has docked his $40m Super yacht there. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit. They are setting up for a music festival this Saturday but I can't find any info on that.
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.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive. Over the Sundale Bridge and didn't stop for a coffee. I would have a coffee later in the morning at Joseph's Cafe at Labrador Park.
Arrived at home. Another MAGIC, enjoyable ride.
Mum and Dad swan with their 2 cygnets.
Sitting on a bench seat near the Southport Yacht Club looking North along the Broadwater.
Australia - Clive Palmer's Tinny.
Australia - Clive Palmer's Tinny.
Australia - Clive Palmer's Tinny.
7:12am - Seaworld Carpark.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
Setting up Doug jennings Park for a music festival.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:37am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
7:51am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was STILL the absolute joy of riding.
I am still riding my smaller route, to the Spit.
The weather on the Gold Coast was warm and cloudy, with a South Easterly wind.
I left home about 6:51am, and rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Venus (Mrs Steve Jobs - Apple) was still moored there. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a photo, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit, which is being repaired. Stopped and took my photos and ate my banana, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive. Over the Sundale Bridge and didn't stop for a coffee. I would have a coffee later in the morning at Joseph's Cafe at Labrador Park.
Arrived at home. Another MAGIC, enjoyable ride.
Sitting on a bench seat near the Southport Yacht Club looking North along the Broadwater.
7:51am - Seaworld Carpark.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:10am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
8:26am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was STILL the absolute joy of riding.
I am still riding my smaller route, to the Spit.
Currently, the weather on the Gold Coast is absolutely magnificent and sunny, with a light South Easterly wind.
I left home about 6:28am, and rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Venus (Mrs Steve Jobs - Apple) was still moored there, while Clive Palmer's Australia has gone. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, stopped and took a panoramic photo of Bum's Bay. It looked so beautiful this morning, with 2 Black Swans swimming along, then continued along the shared path to The Spit.
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.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive. Over the Sundale Bridge and didn't stop for a coffee. I would have a coffee later in the morning at Joseph's Cafe at Labrador Park.
Arrived at home. Another MAGIC, enjoyable ride.
Venus is still here.
Unreal jetski.
7:43am - Seaworld Carpark.
"Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
"Bum's Bay" taken from Seaworld Drive.
Did you spot the Black Swan?
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
8:09am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
8:24am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was STILL the absolute joy of riding.
I am still riding my smaller route, to the Spit.
Currently, the weather on the Gold Coast is absolute crap... so bloody humid. So my plan of attack is, try and ride when it is raining. Consequently, I get wet and the wind cools you down.
I left home about 5:22am, to try and beat the shit humidity. I got up and checked the weather it looked like it was about to rain, so I thought. Time to ride. It was only very light misty rain for most of my ride with a couple of sunny breaks then Misty Rains reappeared. The wind was quiet strong but it would be a tailwind from the Sundale Bridge to Home.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Venus and Australia were still docked there. I didn't take any photos, as nothing has changed since my last 2 ride. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, continuing along the shared path to The Spit.
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.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive. Over the Sundale Bridge and didn't stop for a coffee. I would have a coffee later in the morning at Joseph's Cafe at Labrador Park.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
6:21am - Seaworld carpark.
Bum's Bay - looking South.
Bum's Bay - looking North.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
6:53am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
7:15am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was STILL the absolute joy of riding again..
Due to not riding for a long period, I am back riding smaller, easy to handle distances, consequently, I decided on short rides to the Spit.
Currently, the weather on the Gold Coast is absolute crap... so bloody humid. So my plan of attack is, try and ride when it is raining. Consequently, I get wet and the wind cools you down.
I left home about 6:06am, to try and beat the shit humidity. I got up and checked the weather it looked like it was about to rain, so I thought. Time to ride. It was only very light misty rain for most of my ride. The wind was quiet strong but it would be a tailwind from the Sundale Bridge to Home.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Venus and Australia were still docked there. I didn't take any photos, as nothing has changed since last Sunday's ride. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, continuing along the shared path to The Spit.
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.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive. Over the Sundale Bridge and didn't stop for a coffee. I would have a coffee later in the morning at Josephs, when I do a small shop at Labrador Park.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
The new sign placed on the Seawall.
Our Apartment across the Broadwater.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:31am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
7:46am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: was the absolute joy of riding again..
As I haven't ridden properly for 3-4 months due to my Doctor telling me not too, due to having skin cancers cut out of my hand. I decided on a short ride to the Spit.
I left home about 5:29am, to try and beat the shit humidity. I got up and checked the weather it had been raining and I thought. Bugger it, I will ride anyway. Stiff shit, if I got wet. Luckily, it was only very light misty rain for my whole ride. the wind was bugger all.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and stopped at the Super Yacht jetty. Venus is still docked there, It was originally built for Steve Jobs and now his wife still owns it. Clive Palmer's "Australia" was also docked there. So I took some photos. Continued through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, continuing along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my apple, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Shared path that runs parallel to Seaworld Drive. Over the Sundale Bridge and stopped for a coffee at Cafe Rockpool.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
Steve Job's $120m 72.8metre superyacht - Venus, now owned by Steve's wife. It is a weird design as there are right angles everywhere. Not smooth corners like normal boats.
Venus and Clive Palmer's $40m 56metre superyacht "Australia".
Venus.
Venus.
Venus has a highly polished stainless steel bow. Unreal.
Who is that handsome dude mirrored in the bow of Venus...... me...
Australia.
Australia.
Australia.
Australia.
6:34am - The 2 Gold Coast Hopo Ferries still asleep at Marina Mirage.
6:40am - 160 minutes before opening time at Seaworld.
The main office is being renovated.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
7:09am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
7:25am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: still riding with my 9yo Grandson.
The weather was sunny, AND STILL BLOODY HUMID.
We had a North Easterly blowing us back homeward. We left home at 6:45am and home about 8:00am.
We rode the same route as yesterday, between Charis Seafoods and Biggera Creek. 2 laps.
This ride, we concentrated on Mase getting used to changing his rear gears. We struck a small problem with his rear derailleur. We could change from Gears #1 to #4 but it wouldn't change into #5 to #7. I will ring up the Bike Shop when we get home. So we continued on. Mase was changing front and rear gears and doing an (emergency braking.. when I told him too)....
Mase is definitely improving, still needs more practice. That will come with time.
Again it is great fun riding and communicating with Mase. Life is GREAT.
Mase's next ride will be when he gets home.
We bought Mase's bike from 99 Bikes and with a new bike you get a FREE Tuneup, so I rang Shaun at the shop, told him the rear derailleur problem and 1 hour later, Mase and I were watching Shaun doing the Free Tuneup. It took approx 30minutes. Back at our apartment, Mase tested his bike in our underground carpark and the bike now changes ALL gears.
We are so lucky to live opposite a beautiful Shared Path and Mase loved riding his new bike on it.
Mase STILL testing the playground near Biggera Creek turnaround area.
Today's highlight: still riding with my 9yo Grandson.
The weather was sunny, BUT STILL BLOODY HUMID.
We had a Northerly blowing us back homeward. We left home at 3:30pm and home about 5:00pm.
We rode the same route as this morning, between Charis Seafoods and Biggera Creek. 2 laps.
This ride, we concentrated on emergency braking. Mase handled this very well. The 1st emergency braking, Mase stopped on a sixpence, while a larger gentleman (me) had to swerve to miss him. All good. We also concentrated on Mase getting used to changing his front gears. We will concentrate of his rear gears next ride. As we rode back to Biggera Creek, Mase liked changing the front gears into an easier gear when riding into the wind.
Mase is definitely improving, still needs more practice. That will come.
Again it is great fun riding and communicating with Mase. Life is GREAT.
Next ride is planned for tomorrow morning.
Mase testing the playground near Biggera Creek turnaround area.
Mase testing the playground near Biggera Creek turnaround area.
Mase testing the playground near Biggera Creek turnaround area.
Today's highlight: Riding with my 9yo Grandson.
The weather was overcast with the sun well hidden behind the clouds, BUT BLOODY HUMID. We have lived here now for nearly 7 years and the humidity still knocks the shit out of me. We left home at 6:25am and home about 7:30am.
As I haven't ridden for the past couple of months due to skin cancers recovery. All repaired at present, so time to ride.
It was convenient to have Mase stay for 2 nights, so I could teach him to ride his new Mountain Bike that he got for Xmas.
We rode around the Shared path between Charis Seafoods and Biggera Creek.
We managed a lap when Mase stopped, to test the playground near Biggera Creek. It passed. I said do you want to ride another 2 laps, he said 1 more would suit him. He appeared a bit buggered, check out his photo on the 'swing thingo'
So we rode another lap and then headed home.
It is great fun riding and communicating with Mase. Life is GREAT.
Next ride is planned for about 4:30pm this arvo, when the sun (if out) starts to hide behind the High Risers and cast shadows over the Shared Path.
Mase and his new bike.
Mase trying to act tired. He wasn't.
Mase's bike and his old fart's grandpa's bike.
Today's highlight: Another magic day.
As I haven't ridden for nearly a month due to my Doctor telling me not too, due to having biopsies taken from my hand. I decided on only a short ride to the Spit.
I left home about 8:18am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was slowing building from the East. The Broadwater was calm.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands over the Sundale Bridge and turned left and rode past the Super Yacht jetty, through the Southport YC, along the jetties at Marina Mirage and then around the edge of the Seaworld carpark, continuing along the shared path to The Spit.
Continued riding to the tip of the Seawall/Spit. Stopped and took my photos and ate my apple, then rode to the tip of the Moondarewa Spit, took more photos. During my lap, my friendly magpie attacked me once. No damage to me, as I am prepared for their attacks.
I left The Spit, and continued along the Federation Walk, through the Southport Yacht carpark, beside the Super yacht jetty. Over the Sundale Bridge and continued homeward, giving a lap of 'our' caravan park a miss.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
The YOT Club was in dock.
9:18am - 12 minutes before opening time at Seaworld.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:55am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:43am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: Another magic sunny day.
As it was blowing like buggery and very warm, I decided on 1 lap of the Spits, 1 lap of MacIntosh Island and not ride to Surfers.
I left home about 8:03am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was already blowing from the North West. The Broadwater was choppy.
As usual, I rode Northward, to my Lands End turnaround point. Continued through the Broadwater Parklands to MacIntosh Is, did a lap.
Took photos of the GC Supercars setting up for their 25th October round.
Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then turned left along the Shared Path, heading towards The Spit.
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. During my lap, my friendly magpie attacked me once. No damage to me, as I am prepared for their attacks.
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 1/2 FULL as the school holidays have ended. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued through the Southport Yacht carpark, beside the Super yacht jetty. The Google co-founder Sergey Brin's 73m Superyacht "Dragonfly" was moored there.
Headed to Cafe Rockpool. Stopped and ordered a Pepsi.
I continued homeward, giving a lap of 'our' caravan park a miss.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
Dragonfly - owned by Google co-founder Sergey Brin.
Dragonfly - owned by Google co-founder Sergey Brin.
Dragonfly - owned by Google co-founder Sergey Brin.
8:49am - Pitlane.
8:49am - Pitlane.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:26am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:46am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: Another magic sunny day.
As I have been slack lately, I decided on a shorter ride, so I gave Surfers and a 2nd lap of MacIntosh Island, a miss.
I left home about 7:43am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was 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 to MacIntosh Is, did a lap.
Took photos of the GC Supercars setting up for their 25th October round.
Over the Bridge at Narrowneck then turned left along the Shared Path, heading towards The Spit.
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. During my 2 laps, I was hit 5 times by the same magpie. No damage to me, as I am prepared for their attacks.
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 as the school holidays have ended. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued through the Southport Yacht carpark, beside the Super yacht jetty, buy unfortunately, there were no super yachts there. Gave my 2nd lap of MacIntosh Island a miss.
I continued homeward, giving both cafe Rockpool and a lap of 'our' caravan park a miss also.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
8:28am - Pitlane.
Gold Coast Highway - Main Straight.
8:28am - Pitlane.
Using some of The Spit's carpark for storage.
The Hinterland mountains were crystal clear this morning and looking beautiful.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:06am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
9:30am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
Today's highlight: Another magic sunny day.
IT IS NSW SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AND THE SHARED PATHS ARE CROWDED.
I left home about 7:45am, after going for a coffee and some shopping at Coles Lab Park. The breeze was 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 to MacIntosh Is, did a lap.
Took photos of the GC Supercars setting up for their 25th October round.
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 FULL and the overflow carpark was filling, due to the NSW school holidays. Shock, horror, there were plenty of NSW rego cars. Then rode around Marina Mirage, past Helitours which is on the jetty. Continued back to MacIntosh Island, did another lap.
I continued homeward, did a lap of 'our' caravan park, there were 187 occupied caravan sites out of 230 sites.
Arrived at home. Another great, enjoyable ride.
8:36am - Pitlane.
Gold Coast Highway - Main Straight.
Main Beach parade - Back Straight and The Esses.
Main Beach parade - Where The Esses will be.
GC Hwy - Main Straight.
The "Bum's Bay" jetty.
The Coral Sea was a tad rough and beautiful.
11:05am - At Narrowneck.
Looking towards Surfers.
looking inshore.
looking towards South Straddie.
looking out to sea.
9:38am - At the tip of Seaway/Spit.
At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
looking South.
looking West ish.
looking West ish.
looking North.
10:00am - At the tip of Moondarewa Spit.
At my normal spot opposite Hanlan St.
looking North.
looking East.
looking South.
9:02am - at Surfers.
