Today was an easier day for me as I had the Ute driving responsibilities from Kinglake to Eltham.
We were packed up and ready to leave at about 7.30 am and as there was no cooking facilities at the hotel or a nearby bakery we decided to make for Hurstbridge for breakfast.
The downhill from Kinglake was a real thrill for the riders but the road was narrow with very little shoulder! Thankfully there was very little traffic!
We arrived at a lovely cafe called Keystone Social which served a lovely breakfast for us all. I had scrambled eggs on toast as did others. The breakfast bun was also popular. The coffee was good also.
After this it was off for another 20 kms to Eltham . The guys took the trail we have done many times… there was some discussion about doing Alandale Rd which was quickly squashed!
Coffee at the Eltham cafe where we have been many times was good. At this point we said our thank you’s to Steve for organising the ride and making it such fun!
Ellio and Mike l ft us to make their own way home and I joined Steve, Des and Anthony for the ride home. Phil took on the driving duties.
The route home was along the Yarra Trail through Westerfolds park and up to the Anniversary Trail through Hays Paddock.
The total distance for me today was 27 kms…. A restful day really!
I arriv d home at about 2.30 pm and Phil , Des and I unpacked the ute and put most things away in the garage ready for our next adventure!
Finishing rides is always a bit sad and n some ways as the companionship enjoyed by us all is so special.
In all I rode about 315 kms over the 6 days.
The country we travelled through was great and despite some challenges with breezy weather and some big climbs we all did very well
As I said earlier Steve’s organisation on the ride was excellent and the combination of the routes and accommodation stops was excellent. I would recommend the Yellow Belly trail !
Thanks also to my riding company of Steve, Mike, Phil, Anthony, Ellio and Des for your help and support
Today’s ride….
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