Race Track

Sunday October 2, 2011
San Luis to Mendoza 300km

Before continuing our journey we had the opportunity to take the bikes out for a couple of laps on the racetrack. What a blast. We did have to be cautious however as there were a number of race support vehicles wandering about going in the opposite direction. Racing can be addictive.
Todays ride was very short and somewhat boring as we crossed the vast steppe on very straight roads into the beautiful town of Mendoza. With a population of 930,000 this bustling city has wide leafy avenues, atmospheric plaza's and excellent cafe's. Although a desert town nestled in foothills of the Andes the streets are lined with irrigation ditches keeping this city green. This afternoon was spent wandering into town (about 18 km) via taxi with Robin and Milt whilst Paul followed on his bike. As most shops were closed we ended up sitting at a cafe, people watching and enjoying the great weather.

End of the track ride

Our ride around the track was a blast

Our hotel 18 kilometers from Mendoza

Lined up like little duckies

Tony always cracking me up with his humor.