Our ride today was really something special. I'm saying in my top 10 all time best rides. I should be keeping track of my best rides and rank them - future Cam project.
The ride was basically half-way between Porto and Lisbon along the Portugese coast. Wind was non-issue and it was a beautiful sunny day. This time of year is post-tourist season, yet the temps and weather is beautiful. So if you ever come to Portugal, I definitely recommend October!
We had lunch at a cafe along the cliffs - a place called Paredes Velhas. And upon arrival to Foz de Arelho, we were able to do some laundry - desperately needed.
Alex wanted me to mention how the Portugese help us from ourselves during the last several days:
1. During a breakfast, I ordered an egg/bacon/toast/coffee type thing and then also asked for pancakes. The waiter was worried that I'd not be able to eat it all. He told me to eat my eggs/bacon/etc and after I finish them, I could order pancakes.
2. During a lunch there were 3 items - fish, chicken and a veal stew. Alex had the fish and I ordered a chicken with rice dish, which was a bit small. So later, I asked for the fish dish also, but the waiter said 'no' you need to try the veal stew so that now you'll experience all 3 dishes of the day. uhh... okay :) The veal stew was delicious!
3. We go to the laundromat tonight and begin to put our clothes in the 15 kilo washer that costs about 10 euros to run. The owner says, 'NO'!! You can fit all your stuff in the 10 kilo machine and it will only cost you 6.5 euros. She was right... there was plenty of room in the smaller washer.
All three situations gave us good laughs for sure.
Tomorrow we have a strong tail wind for the first time in a long time! We will ride about 60 miles to Silveira via Peniche. You should google the story about the "friends from Peniche".
For those of you who have stuck it out reading our blog, we've got a special treat for you. Enjoy a Foresty Forest type of interview as well as a couple of bonus youtube clips from our day.. below the usuals...
Cheers ~Alex and Cam
Also, Alex will guest write the blog tomorrow.
Your voices are so much alike. I had a difficult time deciding who was talking. It sure makes you ( and hopefully them) feel good when you run into nice helpful people. Excellent blog, good job kids!!
ReplyDeleteNice videos and good ride Cam and Alex!
ReplyDeleteYou guys are awesome! I can see a podcast coming in the near future 😀
ReplyDeleteOh, I loved the gliders. So peaceful!! Sounds like you have run into surrogate family there in Portugal. The magic of travel... Thanks for sharing this adventure with all of us!
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We’re ready to go!! D&B
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