Half day trip Negros

[RBM]

Yesterday we decided to have run on the bike so some info here maybe of use to anyone having time to spare while in the area. Although we started from San Carlos of course can be done  from  some where in between.

Rode up eco highway to prosperadad where a friend of mine owns  Jillias resto, close to the over hyped Mayana peak. He offers European and local food at very reasonable prices plus magnificent views. 

After filling tummies up rode on up through Don Salvador where one can choose from the numerous little coffee shops popping up. Some very quaint and sweetly decorated, no coconut trees here, generally around 24c.

Arriving Murcia we turn south on the Murcia Bogo road where the pic can be seen of the kids swimming  with the carabaos, turning  onto the Maao road and on into the delightful  little town of La Carlota. One will see from the pic the coffee shop of Norma, the son (manager)of the owner is a friend of mine and tastefully decorated this shop. Great coffee, ambience and low costs. 

Leaving here after another lunch, onwards to Canlaon national park via La castellana ....Canlaon Rd. Nice sweeping bends making it excellent for motor cycling and offering  expansive views of Mt Canlaon and the vast sugar cane fields, very picturous area here. Unfortunately yesterday low clouds so no pics of the mountain how ever still one of my favourite rides.

Arriving Canlaon town as always we enjoy our buko juice at F&C but for once did not eat their excellent and reasonably priced food. Often here fresh strawberries are available. 

Departed here after 30 minutes and like always enjoyed the windy roads down to the main highway, and the run back to San Carlos.

KMS done 190.........Total time with numerous stops 4 hours.

To the mods....I mention these restos only to advise fellow posters we find them the best in the areas, price wise and quality wise. Although I know the owners I have zero interest financial or otherwise.

 

 

 

[Rooster]

3 hours ago, RBM said:

 

Nike Bike! Yamaha?

[Eddie1]

A great post Bruce, its been a long while since you did one like this, hope there is more to come.  Thanks for sharing.

 

[RBM]

15 hours ago, Rooster said:

Nike Bike! Yamaha?

Thanks, Yup it's a 1200 super tenere, comfortable great touring bike.