We were sort of hoping to get a heli drop today on Mt Barbour, which would have gotten us some alpine freeride action and then a descent down Wolverine Creek from Tenquille Lake.  Which would have been rad, considering it’s been over 20 years since the first time I did that one, but the weather didn’t co-operate.  A low ceiling and VFR ratings made that a no go today.

Bummer.

Well, Pemby is still fun, and considering how dry it is I’m not really that disappointed.  This zone is tough when conditions are perfect.  With the historical dry season we’re having, I’d have to call this the most challenging conditions I’ve ever seen here.

Sticking to open rock was our best bet, so that’s what we did.

Jorg wasn’t at all upset.  He seems to have a good time everywhere we go.

Maybe it’s that odd setup he has with a 29” rear and a 24” front (not really, it’s just fun with the wide angle).

Danilo is the first German/Filipino I’ve met.  Probably explains his colourful fashion sense.  He rips, though, so it’s OK to make a bit of fun. 

Peter was considering getting a new bike.  That old Nicolai of his wasn’t doing him any favours, and this trailside relic was looking like a real performance upgrade.  Maybe we’ll find him something better for tomorrow.

Nice bush.

Even with the loose and sketchy conditions, it was still a great (if somewhat challenging) day.  Stimulus was still a gas, and we finished way earlier than last year, getting us some great views in daylight of Mt. Currie. 

Good thing we packed it in early, because we should rest up tonight in preparation for a big day on the Sunshine Coast tomorrow!