So it begins . . .

Things are beginning to fall into place.

I bought a bike for $200 yesterday and I will pick it up today.  I will once again be travelling with a system of bucket panniers, duct tape, and bungees.

I travel south tomorrow, in anticipation of coastal vistas, mountains, penguins, fjordlands, and in hopes of meeting up with my hero, Steve Kafka.

Not sure how long I will be here, maybe only long enough to travel about 1500 k or so, depending on whether I summon the courage to do an alpine crossing (Lewis or Arthur's pass).

I'm entering this trip with a bit of trepidation, with feelings of being a bit lost.  As always, I search for my answers on the road . . . 

I will see you all soon, my friends and lovers.