Today I have been putting the finishing touches to my tour.  I've just sorted through my camping gear and gave the bike a good clean.  So all the equipment is prepared and ready for the trip.  It just needs to be boxed up for the flight.

I have been doing a couple of longer rides over the weekend to help me get ready for the trip.  I have also been seeing my chiropractor who has been making sure I'm ready for my trip.  I have one more appointment with the chiro before I leave on Saturday August 18th.

This weekend Lynette and I are going away to Cairns to relax.  So no bike for a whole week.  Which should be great, as it will let me relax before I begin my tour.

I'm getting excited and a little nervous about my next challenge.  Excited about all the riding, places I'll visit and people I'll get to meet.  Nervous about the vast open spaces I'll be crossing on my own.  I know that I have got good company though, me :)