So my day started leaving home at 0500, met DJ & TB at Maccas then to the meeting point. Was not sure what to expect as had never ridden at the Watagans before, but have heard from numerous people that it had some great tracks to offer.
Some very funny person stole my helmet, goggles and gloves yet was soon found in DJs car… Some jokes just never get old.
Got going just after 0800 and straight into a tricky single then soon up a knarly rutted steep climb (great warm up). After TB did the track recon, DJ took some essential soil samples just to make sure it was safe. The rest of us followed Chickens lead by making a new track around the rutted one.
This followed by numerous singles which in places were quite technical yet rewarding to conquer.
Had a slight moment up one of the first climbs where the WR decided she wanted to lay down suddenly for a rest. Apart from that I was pretty lucky for the rest of the day. Some of the tracks really tested my ability and I think everyone on the day for that matter. Was quite happy what I did achieve, was a good test.
It was quite wet and boggy in many sections which made the right line selection a gamble at times as you just never can tell how deep some puddles are hey TB?
After conquering a downhill section fit only for lunatics and Hummer drivers, we came across a steep creek crossing followed by a steep climb out. Had a breather and decided to talk some 4wd drivers into tackling the creek crossing. I won’t go on any further but I will say I wish I had footage… priceless. What some guys think they can do in front of a group of men in their stock Pajero :blush:
Most of the ride was on and off the main dirt road with many great challenging singles and a bit of fire trail. Was very physical had me puffing at times.
Had a great day as it exceeded my expectations in track difficulty, length of quality singles and great company. Thanks to everyone who attended, the little WR and I had a ball!!
Adam.
