Hi to all,
I have entered a new era of technology - my first blog entry. I have been on the road now for three week. The gods have been kind to me. Although it is very hot during the day - 37 degrees, the winds are blowing from the SE. As my journey is from Phuket to the north of Thailand this is a real blessing.
After a 20hr stopover in Singapore and a much needed overnight rest in Phuket my journey started on the Feb 7th - Phuket to Koh Lak - distance 80km. I started fresh and feeling good but by about the 60km mark the strains of pedalling a 35kg load over undulating terrain was starting to take it's toll. And I thought road cycling on a carbon fibre Orbea was difficult. At the end of the first day I was totally knackered - legs were sore and as tight as a drum. All a bit sad - I needed a rest after only one day. The rest day was a blessing. Water therapy in the crystal clear waters of Koh Lak and another goods nights rest gave me a new found sense of energy and I was ready to head off again.

From Koh Lak I headed on up the west coast of the southern penninsula of Thailand visiting towns like Bang Ben, Hat Wua Laen and then over to the east coast to Bang Shapan Yai, Hua Hin and Cha am. All beautiful coastal towns with crystal clear water and delicious seafood to savor.

I am currently in Ratchabur with is about 120km west of Bkk. I am staying for a couple of days of R&R before I start heading into the mountains that border Thailand and Burma.

The main highway when I have to use it is very safe as there is a very wide shoulder for cyclists and motor bikes. The rural roads have minimal traffic but dogs can be a real problem.

I must be like a red rag at a bull with my orange flag fluttering in the breeze and my bright orange disco vest shing like a beacon.

Take care and safe cycling.