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March 24, 2022

Norotshama River Resort

I swear, I am the world’s slowest packer in the mornings. Despite getting up extra early, so wasn’t on the road until 7:00. Luckily, it’s a short day on the bike to my next campsite and the weather has cooled down to the high 80’s.

I headed out not really being sure what to expect, but what a day! !! I am so in awe of Namibia. Out there in nothingness again, but it just made me feel so strong. I wasn’t scared at all all. I just took it all in.

Not long after leaving my camp this morning I saw this stunning view. The Orange river is weaving itself through somewhere over there

The sun is ruining the lighting for my pictures, but I was pretty excited to see a sand dune already

Nothing else to do out here, may as well get some selfie practice!

Hey, when I'm the only one out here in this expanse of nothingness, I can take a selfie in the middle of the road if I want!

Oh, by the way, I even had my own personal fan club/entourage. A bunch of annoying little gnats/flies that were just circling my head non-stop. I ate two. 🤮 I was really enjoying myself and then all of a sudden my front wheel gets a notable wobble. Long story short, my tire got a bulge/bubble in the sidewall. It was actually a relief that was it because that I can fix as I carry a spare tire with me.

Accidentally missed the turn to the campsite so backtracked a little down a dirt road with grape vines on either side. Eventually got my tent set up and Glory and I headed to the pool. Poor Glory, I almost lost him. I left him lounging on a chair, but a nice man told me he was still there. Just had a terrific inexpensive lunch. This place is even better than yesterday’s so yes, I’ll be staying a day or two 😃I ’m not sure if I’m on a bike tour or vacation, but I sure am in my happy place.

Nice swimming and hard to tell, but the view across the river is really nice!

My tent site provides a nice view overlooking the river. Sold!

And finally, the Orange River is really looking orange!

Today's ride: 26 miles (42 km)
Total: 2,207 miles (3,552 km)

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Marlize TheronHi Kim
Was great to meet you!! Looking forward to see of you found our monument onroute to Ai- Ais!
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2 years ago

Rachel and Patrick HugensGreat photos! Namibia is beautiful.
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2 years ago

Leslie and Rob CookeI'm enjoying following your adventure Kim and all the beautiful pictures too. Bike tourist. I like it.
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2 years ago

Kim JohnsonTo Marlize TheronHi, great meeting you guys as well. I'm pretty sure I found your "markings" in the desert. (See picture.) I was quite impressed as I was dying of heat exhaustion at the time. Enjoy the rest of your vacation!
-Kim
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2 years ago

Kim JohnsonTo Rachel and Patrick HugensThanks guys!! It's a new level of adventure for me unlike you seasoned pros! :)

-Kim
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2 years ago

Kim JohnsonTo Leslie and Rob CookeThanks so much! I looked at your profile. We were neighbors. I was born and raised and lived most of my life in the Seattle area. Thanks for following along! Happy cycling!
-Kim
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2 years ago

Rachel and Patrick HugensWe admire you for cycling Namibia. We rented a vehicle for ten days to see the sights ourselves. Keep it up, but don't feel bad for doing some hitchhiking to see the sights you would otherwise miss.
Tailwinds! racpat
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2 years ago

Kim JohnsonI am back on the main B1 highway tomorrow and likely making a straight shot up to Windhoek. I am toying with renting a car or at a minimum, getting a shuttle out to Walvis Bay/Swakopmund so I don't have to bike both ways. Definitely going to Etosha National Park, just not sure how I'm getting there yet. :)
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2 years ago