Thursday, October 2, 2008

Stari Grad, Hvar Island

We are moored in Stari Grad harbor. This morning we rode from Hvar to Stari Grad which was accurately described as 10k up and 10k down. The country had been burned so it was desolate and we had a headwind. The famous lavendar plants were all done blooming. After lunch (and a nap) on the boat we rode over to Jelsa for ice cream. Of course we didn't ride the flat and straight way but went via several hillside villages. We did return the flat unpaved road, leaving us wondering which was better, the hills or the washboard ride. 25k this afternoon for a total of 45k. Tomorrow we motor to Solta Island and ride end to end, all of 19k. Then we motor back to Trogir for our final night on the boat.

Today we had a headwind all morning, bugs (keep your mouth shut downhill) and dust. Dark clowds but no rain. Yesterday I had a flat and today Peggy's seat came loose. We don't have our tools so had to have the guide and other riders help us out. We won't come without our allen wrench set again.

anne

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