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    After a long day’s ride we returned to our camp in the valley to rest our legs and share some stories under the cloudless African night sky above. by: mattquarta Views[308] As the sun begins to set we found ourselves passing through a small chicken farm. After speaking to a few of the residents we found out that the sole purpose for this community was to run the chicken farm. Self-sufficient and with the nearest shop being over an hour drive away they are seemingly detached from the world. by: mattquarta Views[276] On the second day we ventured down into the valley and stumbled upon a small rural village. It was a Sunday afternoon and the local community had gathered out in the sunshine to watch their weekly football match and support their local team. Instead of perfectly cut green grass with a backdrop of branded concrete this game is played on a dry field, no lines and plenty of smiles. Happiness within simplicity. by: mattquarta Views[296] After an early Winter morning start and many hours on the bike we turned a corner to be greeted with an amazing sight, at least 15 paragliders sailing in the wind as if on invisible waves. A breathtaking sight, a sight we found deserving of a perfect place to rest our legs and refuel our energy for an afternoon lunch in the mountains. by: mattquarta Views[229] We all have passions, mine is exploration. This is a story about 9 friends on 9 bikes exploring a province in South Africa called Mpumulanga, a chance for the child within us to come out and play again. by: mattquarta Views[241]
     

    A 'place' I have visited

    Friday, 28 Jun 2013 | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry

    At age 5 our garden is our adventure, at age 10 the neighborhood is discovered, then we reach 20, where for most of us the exploration ends, our passion for adventure diminishes. This is what happened to me, somewhere along the line I lost this part of ... Read more >
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