Cycling New Zealand

7 days - 600km - pain in bums. But I won't be able to describe all the fantastic impressions from my ride. Pedalling the Arthurspass were my first two demanding days. Afterwards heading up the westcoast just unbelievable: the nature scenery gorgeous: wild ocean, the air filled with the sent of salt and plants from the rainforest, which is bursting in vivid colours and impenetrable green, plants and species I've never seen before. The massive Punakakirocks in sunset - my ride at the westcoast was one of my best cyclingdays. One rainy day (what's a rainforest without rain?) I could enjoy it. The atmosphere was mystic, riverbanks vanished in the fog, humid air, water and forest definitly merged into one inseperable habitat.
Yesterday I arrived in Nelson. A bustling, cultural city with rich history. Lot of bustlers and local handicraftsmen meet today on the local market. Unfortunately I won't be able to buy a lot even I just can't resist. I would have to carry all that stuff on my bike. But how about tasting some fresh strawberries? It's just season! Mmmmmmh!