ROCKHAMPTON to GYMPIE
Just outside Calliope, pedaling uphill early morning, something just wasn’t right…? Staring at Jules’ broken pedal on the roadside a metre behind him it clicked – the crank arm had sheared off the bottom bracket!! We both looked at each other, “Houston, we have a problem!”
Luckily, Graeme & Cass lived nearby, and were able to take us into Gladstone to get “Tez” fixed up. By mid morning, we were back at the scene of the crime, and ready to go again. Thanks a million, you’re lifesavers!!
Shortly after, we ran into Sarah Mycroft and her family in Miriam Vale. Sarah is attempting to be the first woman to run around Australia!! It’s a huge effort and we wish her every success. Go, Sarah!! You can follow her trip online at www.onelapnoexcuses.com
It was time for a rest, and what better place than Fraser Island – the world’s largest sand island. We met up with Jules’ parents, Terry & Elaine, and headed over to test out their new 4WD and catch up on all the missed moments of the last 18 months. It was simply, the ‘perfect’ weekend.
Returning to Gympie, where Jules’ had spent some years growing up, we stopped in at the Woodworks Museum to see the tools & techniques used by our early timber cutters. Colin gave us a superb run through and demonstration, leaving us both in awe of these hard working men & women.
Last but not least, we visited Jules’ old school, St Patrick’s College where we presented to the year 5, 6 & 7 classes. It was fantastic afternoon, and we very much thank the teachers and students for having us along. That familiar school bell rang, and we were dismissed – with no homework this time!!
From here, we weave through the Sunshine Coast, catching up with family & friends along the way, before arriving at Jules’ parents place in Dayboro. We are not so far from “home” anymore!
Enjoy the ride!
Jules & Jess