Yehah, made it to Laos, the most relaxed and friendly country in South-east Asia, a town called Oudomxay in the hilly north. 4 of us rode from the Chinese border, a relaxed easy ride to suit the pace of life here in Laos. It's been more of a gastronomic tour, he he he, that's the French influence of the group, the importance of a good food.

Arrived this town before 5 years ago on a previous cycle tour, but this time it's different, coming all the way from my doorstep in England. All the way with bicycle, no planes, trains or buses. A great feeling of and all that lies between, the memories of the journey so far bla bla bla... More...

Having a great time in Kaiyuan, treated like a Hollywood star by people here. Henry gifted his pedals, high quality expensive & wouldn't accept any payment. In awe, incredibly generous. Going to rest up and enjoy this place for a few days.

Great ride here, a big climb, running out of daylight maybe gonna camp rough, then a huge downhill appears from nowhere, payback time, and coasted smugly into town. Friendly bike shop, fellow enthusiasts and an English speaking doctor, guided me to a good hotel, noddles & beer evening dinner together. They were keen to help in the quest for quality hard-wearing bike pedals, the next day, I was guided to different shops with no success, until Henry gifted his own pedals, removing them from his pride & joy bike and swapping them to mine. I was going to bus it to Kunming to buy some, no need, so staying here a while. More...