Two Hills

Tank on top of Kent Ridge Park

It's not just any Friday! Today is Deepavali (Indian Holiday) so that's

a double celebration. That's why we have thought of climbing two hills

today. One is Mt. Faber and the other one is Vigilante Drive (not really a hill)

which leads to Kent Ridge Park MTB Trail.

Actually, StairRider Deck and I have gone to these two hills last night

to familiarise myself with the way as I am on point duty for today's ride.

For those curious about the climb at Vigilante Drive, this is the first

time I have seen a climb that forced me to use 22/28 gearing. That is

super granny gear. I almost ran out of gears. I only had 1 more gear left (32)

at the back in case I had to downshift some more.

But if you think going up is difficult, we found out that coming

down is expensive! Last night I did two laps of this climb and

today I did 1 lap (after the rain, so should be cooler). All those times,

the smell of burning brake pads is in the air once I get to the

bottom. Here's a video clip of today's ride so you'll

know what to expect if you want to go to Mt. Faber and

Kent Ridge Park.

Al Ameer - Indian Food

This stall is along South Buona Vista Drive, right side if you're coming from West Coast Hiway side

Dum Briyani and other stuff that I don't know

If ever you get the urge to go and punish yourself by going

up Vigilante Drive, know that there is something good for

you to look forward to.

Al-Ameer is open 24 hours and it is even open today (Deepavali)!

They serve delicious Dum Briyani and all sorts of things (pratha,etc.)

which makes the Vigilante Drive climb / Kent Ridge Trail Ride almost worth it.

Prices are reasonable and the place is reasonably clean.

Service is prompt and fast too.