Day 8? Surely that’s a typo.
This morning, I’m taking the hobbits to Isengard. Sorry no, I’m riding to Glenorchy, just 45 minutes away. Parts of Glenorchy were used for scenes in the Lord of the Rings, namely Isengard, Lothlórien and Amon Hen, if that means anything to you 😉
After that, I’ll pass through Queenstown again on my way to Wanaka, just an hour and a half away, where I’ll be staying the night.
Weather warning from the Met Service:
Heavy rain for western parts of the South Island
A series of fronts are expected to move onto the South Island from the Tasman Sea during Friday and Saturday, bringing periods of heavy rain to the west of the South Island.
No, no, NO! The hobbitses mustn’t get wet! 😭
10am
Oh, Glenorchy. What am I ever going to do with you? So charming.
I’ve stopped for a croissant and a coffee at the Trading Post.
Peace up, A-town!
I saw an Audi 4WD with the number plate ATOWN just as I was rolling into Arrowtown 😏
I stopped very briefly and took pics of the chapel, which was close and pretty in the afternoon sun 🤷♀️
Wanaka
I’m hoping to be able to see some stars tonight. It’s been eight days. I’ve been patient. Today was unexpectedly fine, so surely…
11pm
Nope.
Stunning. I hope it’s dry enough for the Cardrona Mountain Road to Wanaka.
The rain didn’t stop Ruby and I. We still got our lean on.
Props to the Dunlop Qualifiers for some confidence inspiring grip in all conditions.