A 5:00 AM start to break camp and then ride the 5.0 KM to the other lighthouse where the Kopiko Aotearoa officially began at 6:23 AM - those who know me well know that I started pedalling at exactly 6:23 AM (funny I was the first one away at that time as others still appeared to be sorting their bikes.
It was good riding in to the sunrise and seeing the Mount come in to view. The ride was progressively uphill for about the first three hours then we got to enjoy the great downhill all the way in to New Plymouth. The Te Hunui walkway takes you right through NP to the Coastal walkway which you then ride on to leave NP. I decided to pop in to "Mitchells" Bike shop as my gears were not sounding 100%. They sorted the problem quickly and probably just as well as my chain was on the wrong way round! Yes, I didn't know that was possible either so I shall remember next time I remove the chain to ensure it goes back on right way round.
Brunch was had while the bike was being looked at and then it was out of NP and further along the route. There was a rumour that there was a school and pool available for camping at about the 115 KM mark.
It is actually the Pukeho Domain (ex the old school site) and it is so cool, The locals keep the pool running and the trees make this the ideal campsite and there are picnic tables as well so that is a plus - will be able to sit down properly for my dinner - Chilli Beans and 2 minute noodles - that's all the store at Lepperton had on offer!
Off to enjoy the campsite some more.
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