The early 6.00am cold start from Dalby and the first 80 or so kilometres of very flat flood-prone terrain made it possible. However, the long low
On the road again.
Very common to see these prickly pear beside the road. Some are 5-6metres tall. Prickly pear (Opuntia spp.) is a declared Class 1 pest plant under Queensland legislation
- Probably saw 10 B-Trebles today
hills that started well before Moonie (Oil capital of Australia) slowed me down a bit. It’s certainly the longest distance I have ever travelled on a bike/trike/recumbent under my own power in a day
The sign below is at Moonie and might give you an indication of the location. In any case, my ride is to St George omorrow, a more reasonable distance of 122kms.
It has to be said that Queensland drivers in both directions have been very polite and considerate and at all times have given me more room on these roads than was probably necessary.
Also discovered the Westmar Roadhouse, a very pleasant stop for overnighting with friendly people and new good cabins with the basics. Dinner was good and they even sold Strongbow cider by the stubby at the bar.
The Crossroads at Moonie (Oil capital of Australia)
A Queensland green tree frog not displaying quite the right attitude at Westmar.
great pics, good to see you are moving,hope the weather is good to you