Not actually an evening just for ladies; but one led by a special lady.
The Face book event blurb read...."In early 2011 Emma cycled the length of New Zealand, starting in Cape Reinga at the top of north island, to Bluff at the bottom of south island. This was a completely solo unsupported expedition, on a fully loaded touring bike. Emma carried everything for the whole duration of the trip completely on her own. The total mileage was nearly 1800 miles over 28 days, incorporating unbelievable climbs, fantastic scenery, tears, sunburn and many other trials and tribulations each and everyday. Emma has a fascinating story to tell which should make for a very interesting and entertaining evening."
What an interesting, sometimes funny, sometimes awesome tale, told with such enthusiasm! Emma started in the north island, which looked fabulously tropical; suffered serious sandfly bites, had all sorts of weather, superb scenery, busy towns, lots of amazingly friendly people. She was on the national radio - several times. Emma showed us video clips, and shared her travelling friend, Kevin the Kiwi, with us.
Emma can probably add more information...I'm afraid I did not take notes!
The bike factory did us proud again with wine, drinks,cakes, nibbles. The fodder was supplemented by Ruth, with her 'fuelled by cake' book promo; and examples from the pages were passed around.
Copies of this book are available from Ruth, all monies going to charity. They are usually available on the ladies rides!
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