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Kat went cycling
December 20, 2024
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Kat went mountain biking
September 26, 2024
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November 9, 2024
Day 17: Big4 Denmark Ocean Beach Holiday Park to Albany
๐ดโโ๏ธ 91 km
โฌ๏ธ 771 m elevation gain
๐ 7.5 h
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Today was a rollercoaster: endless rain ๐ง๐ง๐ง, thick mud, and hills โฌ๏ธ that pushed us to our limits. After a quick breakfast ๐ฅ stop in Denmark, we set off ๐ดโโ๏ธ. Scrapping our beach ๐ camp plan, we decided
Kat went mountain biking
September 26, 2024
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November 8, 2024
Day 16: Jinung Beigabup hut to Big4 Denmark Ocean Beach Holiday Park
๐ดโโ๏ธ 43 km
โฌ๏ธ 580 m elevation gain
๐ 3.5 h
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Today's route was stunning, with endless coastal views ๐ and many wildflowers ๐ธ. We began the morning with a smooth drop โฌ๏ธ through hilly farmland. Later, we enjoyed a refreshing swim๐ฉฑat
Kat went mountain biking
September 25, 2024
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November 7, 2024
Day 15: Booner Mundak hut to Jinung Beigabup hut
๐ดโโ๏ธ 52 km
โฌ๏ธ 639 m
๐ 4.5 h
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The trail led us along good quality, firm, and quiet gravel roads, surrounded by bush ๐ณ and vibrant wildflowers๐ธ. We crossed Kent River on a small suspension bridge, finding ourselves in a lush, green oasis ๐ - absolutely
Kat went mountain biking
September 24, 2024
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November 6, 2024
Day 14: Coalmine Beach Resort to Booner Mundak hut
๐ดโโ๏ธ 55 km
โฌ๏ธ 1010 m elevation gain
๐ 6 h
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We expected an easy day but were surprised by the countless extremely steep climbs โฌ๏ธ. The trail winds along the Frankland river through towering Karri and Tingle forest ๐ณ๐ณ๐ณ, with breathtaking river views
Kat went mountain biking
September 22, 2024
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November 5, 2024
Day 13: Fernhook Falls to Coalmine beach resort
๐ดโโ๏ธ 46 km
โฌ๏ธ 673 m elevation gain
๐ 4.5 h
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Day 13 of our cycling journey was a whirlwind of exhilarating downhill rides ๐ and coastal views ๐. The weather varied between bursts of sunshine ๐ and sudden rain ๐ง, adding a touch of unpredictability to the
Kat went mountain biking
September 21, 2024
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November 4, 2024
Day 12: Boorara to Fernhook falls
๐ดโโ๏ธ 60 km
โฌ๏ธย 902 m elevation gain
๐ 6 h
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Well-rested and full of energy ๐, we felt completely ready to take on whatever the day had in store ๐ช. Our adventure began with a suprise: our first snake ๐ sighting. The snake slithered calmly across the road in front of us
Kat went mountain biking
September 20, 2024
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November 4, 2024
Day 11: Pemberton to Boorara
๐ดโโ๏ธ 66 km
โฌ๏ธ 906 m
๐ 6 h
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The day started with an exhilarating, smooth downhill ride on flowing singletrack ๐, weaving past towering Karri trees ๐ณ. It was a perfect start, but our spirits took a hit when we discovered that the only cafรฉ โ๏ธ in Northcliff was closed for a private
Kat went mountain biking
September 18, 2024
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November 2, 2024
Day 10: Donnelley River Village to Pemberton
๐ดโโ๏ธ 61 km
โฌ๏ธ 589 m elevation gain
๐ 4.5 h
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In the early morning light, we made a surprising discovery: we accidentally left a stash of nuts ๐ฅ in one of our cycling bags, which a nocturnal visitor had clearly feasted on ๐. After waving goodbye ๐ to the friendly
Kat went mountain biking
September 17, 2024
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October 31, 2024
Day 9: Nala Mia hut to Donnelley River Village
๐ดโโ๏ธ 64 km
โฌ๏ธ 772 m elevation gain
๐ 5.5 h
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Today started with a fun singletrack section along an old railway trackbed ๐. By late morning, we rolled into Nannup ๐ , the official halfway point of the trial. Can't believe we made it halfway ๐ฅณ!
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Kat went mountain biking
September 16, 2024
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October 30, 2024
Day 8: Crooked Brook forest to Nala Mia hut
๐ดโโ๏ธ 67 km
โฌ๏ธ 671 m
๐ 5.5 h
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The morning kicked off with an easy, paved ride into Donnybrook, where we treated ourselves to a well-earned second breakfast ๐ณ. Endless pine plantations ๐ฒ, soft sandy trials, and lots of sunshine ๐ followed. We ended the day at
Kat went mountain biking
September 15, 2024
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October 29, 2024
Day 7: Honeymoon pool to Crooked Brook forest
๐ดโโ๏ธ 22.5 km
โฌ๏ธ 434 m elevation gain
๐ 2.5 h
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Began the morning with a scenic drive ๐, stopping at Black Diamond Lake, Wellington Dam, exploring Gnomesville, and visiting the King Jarrah tree. After lunch, we said farwell to Nadia, Max, and Sven ๐ and off
Kat went mountain biking
September 14, 2024
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October 29, 2024
๐ดโโ๏ธ 38 km
โฌ๏ธ 391 m elevation gain
๐ 4 h
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We finally made it to Honeymoon pool ๐. There were some steep climbs, but we were rewarded with a smooth downhill stretch right before the campsite. After an ice-cold beer ๐ป and an even colder shower๐ฟ we spent the rest of the afternoon exploring Collie, restocking
Kat went mountain biking
September 13, 2024
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October 29, 2024
Day 5: Bidjar Ngoulin to Yarri hut
๐ดโโ๏ธ 89 km
โฌ๏ธ 1025 m elevation gain
๐ 8.5 h
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Long, tough, and hot day on the trial ๐๐ . Planned to take a shortcut straight to Honeymoon pool โบ๏ธ, but hit a snag - every other road led through the Alcoa mining area ๐ง. After lunch ๐ at Lake Brockman we decided to reroute
December 22, 2024
The challenge: Ride a single 100-mile ride.
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๐ง Late start due to a broken front light - silver lining: missed the morning rain.
๐ดโโ๏ธ Weaved through Amsterdam's bustling morning traffic.
๐ Blues skies, sunshine, and a glorious tailwind across Almere.
๐ Pedaling through forests blanketed in autumn leaves