The road to Phnom Penh
The route from Kampong Chanang to Phnom Penh was beautiful. We blazed along the main road early in the morning as the sun rose – it felt really good to be pushing my physical limit. At Oudong we detoured and took a scenic ride for the last 50 km through back roads that ran through rice fields. As the heat increased, in addition to pushing the physical endurance there was also the mental, just trying to stay focused in the heat.
The stops for sugar cane juice are absolutely wonderful. And the cascades of “helloooo” from the children that run out to the side of the road as we cycle always evokes a smile.
As we road into Phnom Penh, we stayed in a straight line and weaved through the busy traffic between trucks, tuk-tuks and motos. It was like being in a video game, except you get one life as you make a split second decision as to whether or not you can squeeze in the small space that’s quickly closing up as a truck is backing up. It was exhilerating.
We’ve had the opportunity to rest for a couple days and tomorrow we do 135 km.
