I actually didn't eat out much, but this was surprisingly good! Then again, I was a starving cyclist. Ha ha

I have stayed friends with this couple and it's been quite enjoyable (and they've been quite helpful with info too.) Johan biked Cape Town to Cairo a few years ago so his blog has helped me in planning.

I think you are right. Seems to me I remember reading that.

Thanks so much! And I appreciate all the comments (even if I am a bit slow in catching up, but hey, I can partially blame it on poor cell service and wifi.) I do love the interaction.

I saw it a couple more times. Someone told me it was a disguised cell tower, but I think it's an actual tree!

Well.......keep reading. Didn't quite work out as planned, but has been an absolute blessing in disguise!

I hope you enjoy it! Despite some hiccups, it's been very rewarding.

I hope you enjoy it! For the most part, I avoided the animals! Thank goodness!

It was the worst of the entire trip so far!

Hi Kim,

Thanks so much for taking the time to reply.

I was away myself on a bike trip for a month with limited access to phone and just caught up on your blog. I am really enjoying reading it. I love your sense of humour, your adventurous spirit and it is well written. I can see that you are becoming more and more adventurous and taking more risks. Well done!
Also, given that I too am going to start from Cape Town this September to Nairobi, this helps me a lot, so thanks for sharing. I have a few more questions:
1) How wide are you tires and what brand name are they?
2) What kind of camera do you have? Your photos are beautiful!
3) You mention you got a lot of headwinds, are the prevailing winds from East to West? That would mean I am doing this in the wrong direction. :( I am planning on taking the same route you took through northern Namibia.)
4)How do you know about all the campgrounds? There seems to be many within cycling distance for the most part. Is there a website, a booklet or you research it as you go along?
5) Footwear. I usually wear mountain bike cycling shoes with cleats which means I have to carry a second pair of footwear (running shoes). It looks like you have sandales. Are they with cleats? Is that warm enough? Do you have other footwear other that flip flops?
6) Are there many sections/days where there is no phone connection? Still wondering if it's worthwhile carrying an inreach. Trying to keep the weight down.
Thanks ahead for your time.
Josée

Again, you can email me directly at cliclermont@gmail.com if it's easier.

Your photos are beautiful, Kim.

It looks like it is wearing spectacles.

Cold?

Luxury! What happened to the before and after pic🤣🤣

What a spur of the moment to do treat yourself whilst waiting. Unbelievable photos!