Wednesday, 18th March 2026
Heavy rain through the night, everything soaking wet. Camped on shores of Zambezi River, this is my last camping night, Victoria Falls and a hotel here we come. Bliss. Joe said very technical gravel today, decisions, decisions. Many cyclists are taking van to lunch stop then cycling in afternoon. I haven't changed to fatter tyres so decided to have a rest day. When I saw afternoon gravel I think I could have made an attempt but it was 50 miles in the heat, maybe not. Heading off in truck after breakfast, we had a puncture. Often got changed and he and John crawled about under Overlander and changed wheel. Incredibly hard, strong workers, always with a smile on their faces. Arrived at Vic Falls eventually and set about dismantling and boxing bike for journey home. Planning a few days sight seeing first. One of the guys, Alex had an accident today and smashed his front wheel. We have a What's App group and he asked if anyone travelling home would give/sell him their front wheel. Although boxed and sealed I said he could have mine. He is ecstatic as he is cycling to Cape Town and if he couldn't source a wheel his trip was over. Tomorrow I plan to walk to Vic Falls then on Friday take a helicopter flight over them. What a way to finish my trip.
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Big sis Liz and Mike here. You’re amazing Janice - what stamina you’ve got - despite the aches and pains plus heat/hills you’ve completed an incredible adventure! All proud of you. Enjoy VF especially helicopter trip. Kind of you too to unbox your bike and give guy your tyre to finish his trip. Can’t wait to see you and hear the stories. Love you. Xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a trip Janice. An amazing and challenging experience you’ll never forget. The people seemed wonderful too. Well done you for taking it in your stride and making the right and kind decisions. You are a true inspiration. Enjoy your last few days. L and J xx
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