I am still puzzled from today’s bike ride, which took me to Cooper’s Island Nation Park. Positively surprised how Bermuda & Biking harmonise it became more a strolling around type of ride caused by an amazing scenery.
Fair winds…
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Smiley arrived sharp on time but without any smile. He does not seem to be an early bird. 10 minutes later I was in the saddle heading towards the east coast of Dominica.
The island was slowly waking up with the sun still behind the mountains. First traffic, about 25 cars on the 20km ride to put it in perspective. Considered nothing and all approaching safely. Good tarmac.
Red Rocks and Batibou Beach were my target destinations besides passing through the village of Calibishie. Some nice encounters with locals, all very open, curious and friendly. Huge interest in the bike!
After almost five hours I was back at the dinghy dock. Smiley was already waiting for me but I could not rush on this ride and loose maximum effect on today’s biking retreat. I need to find another tour on this island.
Fair winds…
Daniel arrived spot on at 6am alongside our boat and picked us up (me and the bike!). Talkative, friendly, sympathetic. Service oriented and open minded!
After five weeks finally back in the saddle, the up & down to Cana Heritage Park was just the right dose for me.
It left energy to absorb the beautiful nature around me. Overall a very pleasant morning ride on good roads with little traffic in lush green scenery.
Need to plan for another ride to discover more of “The Nature Island” by bike.
Fair winds…
After I finished my minor boat work tasks in the morning I discovered the nearby famous Cabrits National Park, which conveniently lies just next to the anchorage in walking distance.
Besides the historical aspects of this park it gave some good shade against the sun but also spectacular views, which you can enjoy under the Komoot link below.
One aspect bothered me the whole track. It felt a bit like hiking in autumn through our forests at home. Foliage on 80% of the track crunching under my hiking boots. Still feels familiar but irritating the same time as we are in the tropics!
Overall a very peaceful National Park after all the years Fort Shirley dominated this peninsula and still forms an integral part of the scene.
Tomorrow, at 6am Daniel from the PAYS Association will pick me up for another adventure. Better get to sleep now.
Fair winds…
I took the local minibus from Citronier to Scotts Head this afternoon. They stop while walking along the road on request. There is no fixed schedule. The first two cars stopping were regular taxis and they offered 25USD and 40USD for the 12km ride. Ripp off, nice try. Fist one not as greedy as the second one. I finally paid 4ECD equals to 1.85USD to get to my target destination. The music and its sound were excellent, the bus driver friendly and honest. He had on his list to bring some bread for someone and stopped at one of the many stalls along the road. In no time bread and money found new ownership.
It was a short walk at this special place, famous for its geology, history and nowadays snorkelling and diving activities.
Fair winds…
According to Mr. Green, my 20 year old tour guide organized by Mr. Seacat for today’s hike, you get 2-3 days like this per year! A result of the trade wind games described earlier. What a fortune! The Boiling Lake shows up on the left side of the photo, miles before we got there, which was a hard bit of work.
The cost for this tour comes close to 4000kcal. Well, if I believe my Polar Sport Tracker. The same device tells me we have done 15.71km over 950m altitude. Komoot is right on this special track as per the data below. So whatever the cost for this tour will be, I am going to relax, recharge, remember and enjoy the pain in any case!
Fair winds…
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It is Sunday morning, blue sky with light trade winds. Hardly swell in the bay. Less traffic, perfect conditions: No excuse! Let’s get on the bike.
There was some extended off-road included today, most of it very pleasant, with trees providing shade against the rising sun. Some cattle crossing my way. Carriacou offers some beautiful nature not only on the island itself but also around its shoreline. Some stunning views to Grenada, Petit Martinique, Union Island, etc. Most picturesque the anchorage at Sandy Island – SY Black Pearl included.
Back in Tyrrel Bay, I stopped at Barakena Bar for a beer and some of the best reggae music in the bay before taking the bike back with the dinghy.
Fair winds…
