6 more sleeps...

6 more sleeps and we're are almost ready to go. All the accommodation is arranged and bookings for the ferry and flight home are all made. The Rainbow Rage has been entered and most people who are accompanying me along the way are sorted.

I packed all my gear on the bike tonight and was pleasantly surprised to find it all fitted easily with space to spare. The panniers weigh in at only 5kg each so the bike feels nice and balanced. The road tyres on the MTB have made a significant difference, especially when it's fully laden.

Thanks to Neil at Waihi Sports and Cycles for help setting up the bike and making sure it's roadworthy and safe.

Tomorrow I'll take everything for a long, easy test run, including trying the road tyres on Waihi Beach to simulate the leg down 90 Mile Beach next week.

Looking forward to getting going now...