Mae Sariang-Mae Kon Tai-Mae Kon Nua

[Captain_Slash]

The route 1194, 4018

Total distance 93 km

Dirt starts and finishes at N18.18791 E097.89960

Its mainly riding in the trees so not much scenery to photo

A lot of bulldust along here today and I am glad the truck is not going in my direction

I didnt remember seeing that sign before and I might explore that single track if I return this way and I have time

I reach Mae Kon Tai, my track differs slightly on this trip as they have cut out a new track in places, covering the old one up

I ride on through the water but probably only go about another 500 metres before I change into walking attire and explore ahead on foot

It looks like a single track goes on

I slipped on an algae covered rock and nearly went arse over head, riding through this is not my idea of fun.
I was told back in the village this goes to the Salawin, it probably does flow into it but I have no interest in riding along a riverbed

Time to ride back

I decide to explore the single track thinking it will be a waste of time but as I will probably never ride out along this track again its best to try it now

Someone works along here but I see no signs of anyone

Finally as I descend life is spotted

To my surprise there is a small village here that can only be reached by motorbike

Mae Kon Nua I think was what was said at N18.24452 E097.78583

Solar power, a river, motorbikes, cattle, pigs and chickens here

I left the bike on the other side of the river and as I prepare to depart a group walk over to say goodbye

Now to ride back home

Chicken curry 30 Baht

 

[Captain_Slash]

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[Ally]

Nice looking ride Colin, there is some green in your photos but otherwise it looks & feels so dry there.

Today you tell us about changing into 'walking attire' so after seeing your gear later on hanging over a tree, I presume you go down to your shorts. Do you swim in those streams to cool off too ?

Great pics as usual Colin.

Ally

 

[KTMphil]

The trail to the NE looks like it's new data. It still looks like the trail to the NW links up with the Oro Forest Ranger Station on the Salaween River

 

[KTMphil]

Colin , on your way back north, will you have time to link this up?

 

[Captain_Slash]

Thats the one I attempted to do Phil but gave up soon after leaving the village and I have no intention of trying it again