Today was a pretty tough ride. Constant ups and downs, then a head wind at the end that made the downs feel like more ups. Some pretty nice views though. The heat also got turned way up. All this after a later than usual start because of a second GI illness.
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We have been surviving on fruit, ramen, white rice, 50¢ Red Bulls, and the occasional plate of fried vegetables. Communicating beyond simple exchanges at shops has proved to be near impossible. Most of our attempts at Vietnamese are incomprehensible since pronunciation is so important. Even a slight change in pitch can completely change the meaning of the word. Unfortunately only the junk food at the rare supermarket has English ingredients labeled.
feel bad to hear about another sick day. mabey it was road dirt in the white rice? great pics looks like mabey only 3 more days of riding till HoChiMinh city ?
Well they are one of the biggest producers of rice in the world so chances are it’s the same rice we all eat back home.
sorry counted wrong more like 4 or 5 days to go
Actually after today we cut inland. It is not a straight shot to HCM City. The plan is 7 more rides.
Sorry to hear about the GI twist. Who’s turn this time?
Jasmine again actually. It passed quick thankfully.
Feel bad your sick again. You cant poss loose more weight