Another wip because why bother with finishing stuff? (I love rocks and water can you tell?)
3Mountain breezys on the kneezys - January 18
Today i started cycling through the mountains. No section of the road is straight or flat. I rode around 40 miles and climbed 4,000 feet in elevation. I went farther than i planned, but i was feeling good and having fun. I rode through thick jungle, and passed by small villages with farms and little fruit stands here and there. I switched between listening to the sounds of Costa Rica, and blasting tunes while i flew through the mountains. Some times you just have to pedal in the lowest of the low gear for a long time through steep sections. That part is not always fun. But each pedal up is worth every second of cruising down. My top speed for the day was 41 mph. EPIC. I cant help but make noises like im riding a dirtbike, and shouting while i fly down these winding mountain roads. I explored down this river i crossed and found an amazing waterfall. I swam in the river, went fishing, tested out 40 foot vines for rope swings, and laid in the sun.
I also made frequent stops to munch on mangos and bananas. As my grandpa would say, “take 5.” So far the only threat of Costa Rica is eating too many bananas and getting a bellyache. BANANA MONSTER. The air was starting to feel like rain moving in. I happened to meet this older lady who had a little cabin with a warm shower and cozy bed for 12 dollars. So with the threat of the rain i decided to stay there for the night. Im glad i did, it poured the entire night. I got the best sleep I’ve had in months.
Free roadside attractions, mi amigos la vacas.
I crossed several rivers today, there is such an abundance of fresh water in Costa Rica. Truly a blessing.
I also visited a butterfly and hummingbird sanctuary along the way. It was a nice little break from riding & i was the only one there.
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