Abode of Tai the Hunchback. Doesn’t say what to nor what with.
A very easy day cycling – we were all taken in the support vehicles to the end point. Safety – the road diversions meant our planned route was a lot busier with heavy lorries, narrow road verges etc.
We’re in Taihape, which is the gumboot capital of the world – hence a big Wellie, and an annual Gumboot Day. The 1716 population must turn out in 3432 wellies. Surprised it’s not a youtube hit. It did help me provide background music for a Thanksgiving party – Billy Connolly hit the spot, praise be.
It’s moved from a railway and transport town to a farming town and stopping off place for tourists. From the signs they must have a lot of competition for the (Western) churches. Maye a wedding town – we ate in the Gretna Hotel which had some nice local edgy atmosphere.
Tomorrow back onto rural roads as we head to the metropolis (90000) of Palmerston North. I can think about the new word (to me) I learned on a notice about this place – divarification. Must get on with it and stop prevaricating……
Travelling reflections 