Day 5 18th June Melbourne-Portland 400kms today taking me to 1500kms since I left Sydney
I'm not too happy about heights, at the best of times, so the idea of riding over the West Gate bridge did not appeal to me one little bit.
8:00am peak hour see's me approach the bridge at low speed, the wind sock was horizontal, I felt if I didn't get over this bridge at a reasonable pace, so would I be horizontal! The run to Geelong although windy and overcast was uneventful, a six lane highway most of the way.
It was then on to Portland via the Great Ocean Road. This is a must see destination, it would be a lot better, I feel, in the summer. The road is a joy to ride with a lot of tight curves and 'S' bends to keep you occupied, especially when you are trying to take in the scenery at the same time, unfortunately you have to keep moving, not able to stop in a lot places. I kept seeing wonderful photo opportunities as I wizzed passed them.
The local paper came out to talk to me on arrival at Portland (Portland Observer). They were very keen to do a story, I understand that there is significant Youth Depression in this district with kids as young as 10 saying they are bored and considering life options. I am reminded even more strongly of why I'm doing this ride, its not about the scenery, its about the kids!
Joe
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