Tuesday 26 January 2010 (Australia Day)

It all felt rather surreal this morning waking up knowing today was our last day on the road.  It was a short day, only 56kms, compared to our other days. However this day was going to be a little more interesting as we faced our biggest challenge yet - a 4km mountain climb that was steeper and longer than any others we had encountered before. 

Lots of cheering and encouragement made sure all the riders made it to the top with legs burning, hearts pumping and a feeling of elation for reaching something seemingly unsurpassable.

With 5kms to go, some of the children from the orphanage meet us to ride into Khao Lak.  It was the sweetest sight seeing little ones on bikes with training wheels pedalling alongside us. 

Lots of music and clapping as we rounded the corner and arrived at the orphanage.  Nine days later and over 800kms covered and we have finished the 2010 Hands bike ride. 

A big thank you to all the bike riders... such a fantastic group of people who rode with their heart and soul for a wonderful cause.