KASHGAR DAY 3

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KASHGAR DAY 3: TUESDAY 8.7.14



Have done very little today. Went for a walk in the Mosque area, quite interesting. Changed and patched a flat tube, put on new pedals purchased from a departing rider. My existing were clips in each side. Great for bitumen. Purchased clip in on one side, flat on the other, meaning I can clip out on loose surface and ride on the flat side. This will enable me to more easily use my foot if balance on loose surface is require. Don't know why I didn't think to bring my similar pedals from home-$10 so a bargain.



We depart in the morning for a ride of about 120 Kms I think. Shouldn't be too bad if wind is kind! Well rested as I think others are. Hopefully Friday's sadness will keep everyone focused. 3 riders have left tour, 1 planned, 2 off-colour, tired and not enjoying themselves. 6 new riders have joined, 4 going to Istanbul.



Off for a beer, dinner then bed. Will need to set alarm as I have not been waking until 8am. Must have needed the rest!

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Comments

[Brett Walton]

Kashgar Day 3
Hi Roger Yes very sad that the tragedy happened to one if your fellow riders. It's an amazing feat you have already accomplished! I noticed in one of the pictures you posted I spied a Samovah - tea urn, I have one of these I brought back from Russia dated 1903! Stay safe

[BKKCYCLIST]

Samova
Hi Brett, thanks for sentiments. Rationalised this type of accident could just as easily happen on GC, so thought best solution to prevent ongoing nervousness and continued contemplation is to get back on the bike. Might regret it when I encounter these big hills, 2500 metre climb in two days time plus 110 Kms. Yes plenty of the Samovars and tea here. Russian sign posts also! No internet next 14-21 days all so. Cheers. Hope all well with you and family. Roger

[Georgie]

Some great shots - can definitely see the Turkic style!! Glad to talk to you earlier - enjoy your ride tomorrow! xx

[BKKCYCLIST]

Photos
Hi G, I very much enjoyed talking to you, time goes by so quickly. Hopefully when I have good internet we can arrange FT. HOPEFULLY WILL TAKE SOME REASONABLE PHOTOS FOR NEXT POSTS. Love Dadxxx

[Peter Broomfield]

Expectations
Hi Roger, curious if mysterious Kashgar has lived up to your expectations? I've always wanted to go there too, but I think I would choose an easier way of getting there than you. Peter