I kicked off my last day in Hong Kong by having to settle with Starbucks coffee because it was the only coffee place open - ahh! I was initially concerned this was an bad sign, fortunately this did not hold true. I explored Hong Kong island central for the afternoon - saw a few sites and got in some great, cheap noodles on the street. With a full belly I went and met the Wanchai hash group. I was told they were more of a social group than a running group. Lies, all lies. With my leeks in hand I showed up to meet the mixed expat and local hash group celebrating the Welsh St. David' s holiday. I got points for bringing the leeks, but by points, I mean they reserved all the PBR for me because nobody liked it - I didn't let in on the secret.
Of course I only received my reward after a grueling 14+ km rambo run with no BBs, no HHs, no falses, just running and well over a 1200 ft elevation climb. My knee gave me problems on the way down the mountain and I lost the leading pack less than a 1/4 mile from the end. At which point I then proceeded to get incedibly lost, by myself, in Hong Kong... for about an hour. I finally found my way back to the group and still wasn't the last one in. Turned out to be a great group - we did on-after at a local Thai hideout and onon-after at an english pub. This a a great group to run with if you are in Hong Kong, but bring your running legs and a compass - there are no sweepers.
leave it to you to find a PBR in China. Great pics and love the daily journal. Khyber sends wet kisses. XO
ReplyDeleteYeah I want a copy of you drinking that PBR Ha! Your a piece of work,have fun and be safe. Oh,and could you bring some snake penis wine back for new years? Adios, Uncle Skip
ReplyDeleteSkip! still have fishing on my list in june/july. need a mate for a day?
ReplyDeleteNick, Just got caught up to date, great pics and narrative. I'd stick to local entrails and skip the bagged stuff. Bet you'll be begging for that low cloud cover when you get to Africa.
ReplyDeleteContinued fun,
Unc Dennis