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THE TUARERS

The following "kids" made the Phuket - Padang Besar trip

Alauddin

Leader and Organizer. At 62, still a crazy horse. Ex Navy and now prefered dry land

Wendy

Alauddin's "faster" half. Loves the hills and will leave the men in her tail wind.

Goh

Mr Yul Brynner. At 62, the most muscular man of the group. Other "kids" got to do catch up with Uncle Goh

KC "Rambo" & Siew Peng

The love-birds. Sometimes seperated when KC Rambo rides fast upfront to photograph the Tuarers. KC loves sleeveless riding jerseys. Siew Peng loves to sunlotioned KC's arms and ....

Florence

A gutsy lady. No fancy panniers for her. Just a sports bag will do. Always in front, afraid that she would be left behind. The Tuarers' unofficial money changer

Recumbent Foo

The mechanic, and a very helpful one. Rides a recumbent, an easy rider. As easy as his life-style - easy going.

Fariz

The "baby" of the group at 32. At 6ft 2, he towers over everyone, especially....who else. Can smell an oil-palm factory several kilometres away

Suhaimi

The new kid on the tour. Now "regretting" every minute of his cycling -- regretting for starting late! Thinking of upgrading now. At 42, plenty of time to catch up.

ARZ

Last but not least. At 57, enjoyed touring, mostly solo but thoroughly enjoyed this group expedition. Looking forward for more. Unoffical blogger for group.