(January 4– written by Dave) The title of this blog could lead some to thinking that we’re wading into political territory, commenting on the US government shutdown over border issues. Sorry to disappoint – that dispute will not be mentioned again. Switch to CNN now if you’re looking the latest discussions on walls/fences/skirts/mounds of dirt/beaded … Continue reading Border issues
Americas trip
Ocean views – San Sebastian to Rio Grande (84k/26,749k/700ft)
(January 3– written by Dave) We had mostly quiet night in the Argentina border station. The lights in our room stayed on all night, trucks and cars continued to pass through the Argentina country exit just outside our door and people kept trying to use the waterless toilets throughout. But it was actually pretty quiet. … Continue reading Ocean views – San Sebastian to Rio Grande (84k/26,749k/700ft)
Kings for the day – Onaisin Bus stop to San Sebastian (Argentina) (89k/26,665k/1,000ft)
(January 2– written by Nancy) Cozy night in the bus stop – 6 of us laid out like sardines with not much room for error if you happened to turn over in your sleeping bag! Temperatures dropped enough outside that despite the heat from 6 bodies in the small space it was pretty cold inside. … Continue reading Kings for the day – Onaisin Bus stop to San Sebastian (Argentina) (89k/26,665k/1,000ft)
A six pack on New Year’s Day – Punta Arenas to Onaisin Bus Stop (148k, 26,576k/2,400ft)
(January 1 – written by Dave) Happy New Year everyone! We didn’t manage to stay awake until midnight last night – such is the life of two tired touring cyclists. Thankfully all of the other guests in our group of cabanas were quiet with either their celebrations or at least when they returned. We slept … Continue reading A six pack on New Year’s Day – Punta Arenas to Onaisin Bus Stop (148k, 26,576k/2,400ft)
Happy New Year and the winner is…
(December 30-31 – written by “11K Dave”) Finally, the moment you’ve been waiting for (ok, I get it, no one is really waiting for this moment, but humour me). Who won the coveted LWOP mega mileage annual award for 2018? A drum roll please.... The winner is none other than Mega-Mile Nancy! Yes, my minor … Continue reading Happy New Year and the winner is…
Meeting new and old friends in Punta Arenas
(December 28-29 – written by Dave) First the new friends. In our last blog we talked about Curtis and Jenny, the two other Alaska to Argentina cyclists that we’ve been chasing for 1.5 years. We met them for dinner two nights ago, along with some other new friends, Willy and Isabelle – a lovely retired … Continue reading Meeting new and old friends in Punta Arenas
The catch – Morro Chico to Punta Arenas (148k, 26,462k/2,300ft)
(December 27 – written by Dave) We did it again, that is, we did a double day. We planned on taking two days to cover the last 150k but had some great tailwinds for the first 110k today and just couldn’t resist the smell of the barn. We had lunch at just past noon at … Continue reading The catch – Morro Chico to Punta Arenas (148k, 26,462k/2,300ft)
A strong finish – Puerto Natales to Morro Chico (103k, 26,314k/2,040ft)
(December 26 – written by Dave) We could have easily have stayed another night at our lovely AirB&B in Puerto Natales. As Nancy accurately pointed out to me, “we never get to finish all the chores and then stay one more day”. It always seems like there is more work to do than there is … Continue reading A strong finish – Puerto Natales to Morro Chico (103k, 26,314k/2,040ft)
Merry Christmas from LWOP in Chile
(December 25 – written by Santa Dave) Just a quick note to say Merry Christmas from Puerto Natales, Chile. We’ve had a great day here in Southern Chile. Victor and Patty, our AirB&B hosts, invited us to join their extended family for Christmas dinner. We of course said yes. We already picked up food to … Continue reading Merry Christmas from LWOP in Chile
Torres Del Paine National Park
(December 23/24 – written by Dave) We’ve settled into Puerto Natales for Christmas. Yesterday we moved into our new AirB&B apartment. It is great. Victor, his wife Patty and son Mattias are wonderful hosts. Patty took a real shine to Nancy, giving her a tour of the garden. The three of them, plus Grandma who … Continue reading Torres Del Paine National Park
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