Day 5 Tour 1

Today had the morning clouds we like and it looked as though it would clear to be a great day. It would be our chance to make up for the day before.  

The ride diqwn on the truck roof yesterday took its toll on Dave, Rob and me. We sat up top to make more room for our guests. Took one for the team.

Negrito was making his rounds for a pat on the head and scratch behind his ears.

We blew a seal on the power steering pump today, nothing that Flacko couldn't fix.

Spencer had another great flight today. He has done very well.

Christian landed early with a few others today after being the last to land a few days ago. It happens.

Spencer and John both had great flights today. Spencer in this altitude shot, John was just out of frame. 

It was a great day for the flying monkeys T-shirt. Good times.  I was so stoked for these guys. John landed at the bridge to Zarsal and spencer just past Roldanillo.

I landed at the stadium and it was locked, so I had it all to myself. 

A friendly groundskeeper let me out and it was just a few minutes until I flagged a small van for a ride to Rolda. The guy was nice and we talked about how the dry weather has affected the flying here.  He wouldn't accept any money and dropped my right where the La Union bus would be. 

In two minutes the bus arrived and I was on my way. I grabbed a few groceries and hopped a Tuk Tuk for $3000.00 COP ( about $1 US Dollar)  to get to the hotel. 

There was much activity when I arrived. 

Koyoko made some more adjustments to her pod harness. Super sweet.

 Yummy dinner and deserts. We polished these off with ease.

Dave gave a great presentation about SIV, and everyone enjoyed it. 

Happy 10th anniversary to my lovely wife Carmen. I wish could celebrate it here but we are countries apart right now. Something to look forward to, when I'm back. 

Besos a mi esposa dé diez años. Te amo mucho. 

Ciao,

Martín