Bike courier african style

I realised very quickly that I should stop whinging about the weight of my panniers when I compared it to what the locals were riding with. Especially when they passed me on a single speed!

 

Africa!

Just back from a short bike trip across Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique. It was quite the contrast to a month in Greenland! Friendly locals, sunny weather, and some unique animal  encounters made for an awesome break from the mountains. 

Cruising through the hills towards Lake Malawi

Fishing boats, Lake Malawi

Trying to repair a spoke at the local bike shop.

 Note dont be a stupid mzungu and bring wheels with straight pull spokes to Africa

This is what an elephant looks like 1 second before it charges you!

Becks ordering lunch somewhere in Mozambique

Tea plantations, how civilised

Inspecting the rigging on a sketchy ferry ride

Look closely......donuts for sale!

Mozambique, easy living.