I went to the gym tonight, to get my fitness training back on track.
It was over 35C when I first went in, so I switched on the air conditioners. When I went back it was still 32C, and the temperature only dropped to 28C in the 40 minutes that I was in there!

I guess it's good acclimatisation for the trip.

We had a lightning storm up here a few nights ago. The picture shows the fire behind a nearby plant. I took that photo standing in the corner of the site, near our accommodation.

Well, the training can finally start in earnest. I bought a bicycle today! Plus a few bits and pieces to go with it, including a pair of padded lycra shorts. I've been told by a few people that I will need those.

As you can see, there I am with bike and lycra and in need of some training.
We all have to start somewhere!

Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan

Kazakhstani TV talking head Borat (Cohen) is dispatched to the United States to report on the greatest country in the world. With a documentary crew in tow, Borat becomes more interested in locating and marrying Pamela Anderson.
For more details of the movie and trailers go to http://www.boratmovie.com/.

Time: 6.45pm
Date: Tuesday 5th December 2006
Venue: Luna Leederville
Cost: $15pp
Tickets: Email me

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