"Hey Everyone, we are back in civilization and Wifi.
What a trip we have had the last three days from Te Aroha. From there to Matamata and alternate ride past Arapuni and Waipapa, Maretai dams. Stayed overnight in Mangakino. Had fun getting the bikes through the Arataki wire swing bridge. Then took a picture at the centre of North Island. Then start of the 80km Timbre Trail. Biked half the trail and camped at Piropiro flats. Next morning via Ongarue to Taumaranui. Stayed overnight there. Yesterday from here a very taxing day towards Bridge to Nowhere. Serious grade 4 mountain biking (not Ina's favourite). We made it safely to the landing. The last two days three helicopter trips were needed to get people out who went off the trail with broken bones.
End of yesterday an amazing 30 minute boat ride to Pipiriki camp. Today a lovely ride following the Wanganui river to Wanganui."
Video of the swing bridge: https://www.facebook.com/jos.roozendaal/videos/10215642595833807/
Thanks to all who have donated!