We set off from Muar after a good chat to the lovely manager of the Leewa Hotel. He was so helpful and gave us lots of information about the area and the road between Muar and Melaka. Michael's first day as budget boy, it went to his head a bit with wild promises of the type of hotel he would get -wifi for Sam, big feed for Jake. Mr Moneybags friend to all!! So after a brief stop for breakfast - noodles from 7/11 and some supplies for lunch -nutella, pringles and the softest, best preserved bread to be found outside of America!
The boys make us laugh, they all have their own distinct riding style - Sam likes to be up front - especially at the lights - he will position himself at the front and try to beat everyone (cars, trucks and motorbikes) across. Same with hills, they are a personal challenge which must be ascended in the shortest possible time. When we are cruising Jake mostly rides with no hands, we suspect he is training himself to be able to read while cycling by the time he gets to Thailand! Michael has ridden probably half as far again as everyone as he weaves his way down the highway, making sure he hits every bump and pothole within his path.
A battle of wills is heating up between Dave and Jake. Basically Jake understands the Garmin (GPS) and Dave doesn't!! Any disputes are usually resolved by Dave saying 'put that effing thing away' and riding off in the direction of his choice. Of course we all follow (chuckling!).
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