The ride today was over 110 kms with a route which was largely along the Princes Highway. Fortunately there was a good shoulder which meant that we could stay away from cars and trucks. The only real problem was caravans which seem to travel too close to the shoulder! I think that most caravan drivers do not know how to drive properly with the caravan as they forget you need to allow for the additional length when passing.
The route today took us past the Tower Hill extinct volcano which hs a lake. The views from the top of the crater was good. It was then on to Port Fairy for coffee and a bit of a look around the town.
Coffee was good and we managed to organise lunch for later consumption on the road.
The next 60 kms was on the Princes highway. The riding was good and I was travelling at a constant spend of over 25 kph.
We had a bite of lunch at a picnic spot about half way which was timed so we could have a bit of a rest for the 60kms into Portland.
I arrived at Portland at about 3.00pm feeling quite fresh despite the distance travelled.
After a shower and a short snooze we went out for dinner at a local cafe which specialises in seafood. My whiting fish and chips was perfect to re- energise myself for the day ahead.
Port Fairy harbour
The oldest pub in Victoria…. The Stump
Lunch at the halfway point
Portland harbour during the day
…..and at night
Home for the night
Today’s ride
Enjoying your daily blog & your captured photos of your journey to Portland to date. I did a road trip this time last year to Port Fairy before heading inland to The Grampians. Stunning coastline & active communities. You all look well & obviously enjoying the journey. Keep safe & may the weather continue gods continue to look after you.
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