After some well-deserved recovery time in the hot springs, the next day the squad got back on their bikes for a spectacular ride through the rift valley. The route cuts through traditional farming communities and rice paddies, and offered an up-close glimpse into how Taiwan’s rural communities live and thrive. Lunch was dumplings in Fenglin, but the real food of the day was the Reu Chou in Hualien, which was decidedly a fan-favourite for the STEAM crew. A really good day of riding was topped off with a stay at specialist cycling accommodation, The Kadda Hotel.
The designated rest day was neglected by the super-fit team, and instead, a 50km leisurely, but beautiful route around Liyu Lake was opted for. A swim in the lake and a barbeque topped off another amazing day for the gang!