05/30 I love Peru. It’s like the people knew when I’d be finished riding for the day and built up a town at just the right spot so I’d have a place to sleep. Camping is still a difficult proposition. There are almost no spots along the road to put up the tent and be hidden from view.

Kind of an easy 9 mile ride back up from the river but the road is still beating me up a little. I dread the downhills more than anything. Just imagine sitting on a jackhammer for 7 hours. It’s kind of like that. Nice views of the range all day. Hardly a cloud in the sky all day. Looking forward to getting into the park and seeing the good stuff.

Staying in a decent room with 2 beds for S10. Cold shower only. It’s in the same building as the restaurant. There’s a big hostel but I think it’s just overflow for this place.

Elevation Profile
GPX track

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Mood:Good Weather:Sunny/Hot
Wind:Light Wind Direction:Variable
Avg Speed:5.7 mph (9.2 km/h) Top Speed:19 mph (30.6 km/h)
Avg Grade:3% Max Grade:11%
Total Ascent:2840 ft (865.6 m) Max Elevation:10900 ft (3322.3 m)
Distance:35 mi (56.3 km) Total Distance:19220 mi (30931.6 km)
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