That glorius moment
Every adventure has a defining moment that distinguishes it from a mere trip. For some, it's summiting a mountain; for others, conquering challenging rapids. For our group of six friends bikepacking through an unfamiliar country, that moment arrived as we sat by a fire after enduring our trip's toughest day.At the beginning of the day, we were promised a cozy accommodation with a fireplace and warm drinks at our destination. However, life had other plans. Rain and hail battered us throughout the day, while unexpected steep climbs and mechanical issues slowed our progress considerably. Realizing we wouldn't reach our planned Airbnb, a distant point on the map near water became our only hope for camping.Exhausted, drenched, and low on food, our GPS finally guided us to the marked spot. Surprisingly, the narrow dirt road led to a breathtaking lookout overlooking this beautiful lake where you could see the reflection of the sun coming down. Overwhelmed with joy, we couldn't resist a bracing swim, confident that a warming fire awaited us.That magical moment, sharing stories around the fire, is the epitome of what we sought and a memory we will cherish forever. I'm glad I was able to capture a photo to allow me to relive the camaraderie and adventure every time I look at it. That was the day we got a taste of the truly Down Under adventure. Thank you Tasmania!
Mateo Arango Guerrero
