6 of us from Malacca made the tiring 6 hours journey to Taiping on 27th December. Nav joined us on Saturday as she was already back in her hometown at Kampar the day before.When I heard about the ride, I imagined in my mind riding amongst the mountains ridges, passing waterfalls and bountiful single tracks that cut through the jungle. Why I had this in mind, well, the location of Taiping where it is just at the edge of the mountaineous Titiwangsa range plus the well known Maxwell Hill now known as Bukit Larut.
We left Malacca on Saturday with intention to explore the town and visit the famous Taiping Night Safari.
We registered ourselves, got the ride plates and checked into Legend Inn Hotel. After that it's off to see Taiping by bike. We cycled into the forest reserve up to the restricted entrance of a water catchment area. We detoured to the entrance of Bukit Larut to take some photos. (Top photo: Mike and Ah Yang clowning around)
Since we managed to cycle in the entrance of Bukit Larut without any restrictions, I suggested why not cycle up. If we get caught, just act blur.
We were already half way cycling up when we met some local joggers coming down. They strongly advise us not to continue cycling as the Telekom jeep will be coming down soon and they have been known to go fast round the corner. With that advice taken to consideration, we decided to turn back for our own safety. (photo taken almost at the top of the forest reserve path, beside the Indian temple)
Cycling by the tranquil and serene lake. Taiping is a great place to bring up children and retire.
Registration counter for the ride. All we got for RM50.00 registration is a jersey like T-shirt, laminated ride plate and lunch coupon.I believe our Sahara Ride in October was value for money
Riding in Taiping town.
Zebras at the Night Safari 
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