Leiden: I travelled from Delft towards Leiden, choosing a rural mooring (free!) for a night, so that I could prep the boat for the arrival of Nick and Chris. I am still struggling with electrical issues, mostly because the installers simply added to the existing, rather than checking to make sure capacities and system design was up to the task. I found that certain conditions caused the new electrical gear to suddenly cease working, including the VHF radio, which meant I couldn’t talk to the bridge operators without the back-up portable radio. This wasn’t convenient!
However, a trip to the chandlery, and a day trying to trace wires and sort stuff out has provided me with reliable, operational electronics again. Yea!
Then, time in Leiden to explore. This is multi-part, with Nick and Chris arriving to assist in both the wiring issues and the exploration. We walked/bused into town, and did the obligatory walkabout. It was awesome, with lots to see.
Leiden marathon runners beside the Rijn-Schie Kanaal in Leiden
Today was the local marathon run, with up to 15,000 people participating in the event. They ran right along the canal, beside the boat. It was amazing to see the crowd of runners, and the efforts involved. Reminds me of watching my daughter run her marathons in Canada!
where did I park my bike?
not enough real estate? Have a barge!
low bridges means not enough room for me!
5 kids, shopping parcels and on we go!
Are we having fun! Family outing!
