(^12) Mumbai - Alibag - 20 km
Disaster again struck sooner than expected when Amanda's bike chain broke
before we even rounded the first corner. We returned to the bike shop to get it
fixed, and then took a ferry from the Gateway of India to Mandwa.
The trip was a blessing, saving us from biking through the busy city centre.
Despite being nervous, Amanda handled the boat like a pro. Our adventure
began with a twenty-kilometre ride to Alibag, a small beach town. It made for an
ideal first-night stop, with overnight accommodation conveniently located right
across from the beach. The place was basic, but it had a fantastic sea view.
We wasted no time and swam in the lukewarm waters of the Arabian Sea, fully
clothed like the Indian ladies. At sunset, the beach became crowded with
families strolling along the sand, enjoying the cooler temperatures and giving us
curious looks. Foreign women in Alibag seemed a rarity, as our every move
were observed with great curiosity. Supper was from a beachside street vendor
and, like all food in India, it was delicious.
Alibag - Murud - 55 km
Our first full day of riding started with near disaster as we were barely on our
way and Amanda fell off the bike. Luckily, she was uninjured although a little
shaken. The new derailleur was for a different setup, causing the gears not to
change smoothly.
leana
(Leana)
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