Cycling Travel Notes | Feng Mahuan’s Notes

Notes on the ride

Our world is so big that we can't even walk through it in our lifetime.

Our world is so small, so small that we always wander in a fixed circle day after day.

Everyone has had the dream of traveling. Maybe they wanted to pursue different scenery, maybe they were looking forward to meeting different people, or maybe they wanted to know more and listen to the stories on the road. We are all so eager and imagining all this, but there are only a handful of people who actually take the step.

Finally, when you decide to walk on the road, you realize that every day is different. It seems that at that moment, you feel the strange brilliance of life. Everywhere is fresh, or you worry about where to stop on the road ahead. There are also unexpected beautiful scenery. Standing on the top of the mountain and shouting loudly, watching the river rushing away in the distance, the green trees and the white clouds spreading out, all of this makes you feel as if you own the whole world.

The ultimate desire is action, so we set out and walked on the road.

It is a rare three-day holiday during Qingming Festival. In the past, we have only held one-day events, but this time there was a lot of support from cyclists, so we decided to try a three-day event. There are many routes to choose from. Considering the scenery and experience, we chose to ride the Fengma Loop among the many route plans.

The Fengma Ring refers to starting from Fengyukou, first crossing the watershed, then crossing Yueheliang and Pingheliang, passing through Ningshan County, turning to National Highway 108 and riding to Foping, and finally crossing Qinlingliang again to reach Mazhao Town. Therefore, the name of the ring line was born from the combination of two place names. This is a very challenging route. Looking at the two national highways in the hinterland of the Qinling Mountains and seeing the scenery of the north and south of the Qinling Mountains, it is definitely a route worth riding.

Before the event is sent out, the route planning has already been determined. I was just worried about the change of weather. I checked the weather forecast repeatedly. When I saw the forecast changed from rain to overcast, I decided to take a gamble. However, due to the solar terms, it is normal for Qingming rain to occur one after another. In the end, the weather was not on our side. The day before departure, there was heavy snowfall in the watershed, which also made many people hesitate.

Anyone who has participated in club activities knows that our activities are always held rain or shine. It’s not that all the people participating in the event are crazy, it’s just that everyone has experienced that in different weather, there will always be unexpected beauty. The Qinling Mountains in the rain look like a fairyland from a distance, surrounded by mist and mist. From a close look, the trees are fresh and green, showing vitality. There is a bit of smoke from farmhouse cooking on the eaves, and the rainwater falls along the eaves like bead curtains. The scenes are peaceful and pleasant. There is no need to exclaim that the scenery is so quiet and beautiful. As long as we step out, we can see the infinite beauty. This is what we saw on the first day on the watershed.

When the scenery jumps into your eyes, it won't be a passing cloud, because the cold will deepen your impression. You should remember that at the top of the mountain, your hands could not stop shaking and your whole body was trembling in the car; you will also remember that the endless climb made you breathe quickly and even made you despair. Those experiences that sting your will are engraved in your heart along with the scenery at that moment. Even if time goes by, you will still remember it deeply. And that night, when I was most tired, the food at the farmhouse was particularly delicious. Even the most ordinary seasonal dishes were better than the delicacies.

The best friendship is also on the road. We walk together and feel together. Our hearts are touched by the same thing, so our hearts gradually get closer. I will never forget the waves of riding climaxes brought about by everyone vying for the lead on the quiet mountain road; I will also never forget that on the long climb, there are always best partners walking with you; and you can even drink wine together at night. Let’s chat and chat freely. Travel brings everyone together and makes this journey more profound in our hearts.

In an unchanging journey, the most beautiful things are actually the unexpected encounters. The time and space tunnel of Qinling Liang has different weather conditions in the north and south. In the south, there is rain and fog, and the sun is blocked by haze, while in the north, the sun is shining and the sea of ​​clouds is misty. At that moment, it seemed as if all the pain from the wind and rain in the past few days had disappeared, and my mood was extremely happy along with the weather. Singing just for this moment, what cannot be concealed is the excitement in my heart.

During the journey, teammates are also a strength. Brother Zhang is the elder in the team, and he is two years older than my father. After he started riding, unlike his peers who only wanted to hang out or have dinner parties, he always persisted and took the initiative to learn various riding methods. line skills. From being unable to complete the entire event in the past, to now becoming the best in the team, not losing when climbing hills, and being able to lead the way on flat roads, it is really a role model for the younger generations like me. In the words of Brother Zhang: We are people with pursuits and love, so naturally we must constantly pursue excellence and excellence. Like Brother Zhang, Xiao Gong, a role model among women, also has a special pursuit of cycling. Like the Olympic spirit, she also pursues riding faster and farther. What we admire is her silent efforts for it. Being with such a partner makes you feel more powerful without realizing it.

The Fengma Loop Line has become a unique memory for our group of people. We used photos to capture the scenery and live up to this short vacation. Three days, fleeting, but looking back at three or thirty years of life, it is not the same. The most important thing is that after experiencing it, I can see the clouds rolling and relaxing, and drink tea and talk about life with a smile. If your heart is moved, why not join us on the journey to find the beauty of rivers and mountains and see the thousands of miles of scenery of the motherland.

Let’s take a look at our trip through the wonderful photos!

Scenery along the way and photos from fellow riders

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