A different type of tractor.
I've always thought of mines going underground but in this instance the mine entrance is very high up a mountain and the ore is brought down to the valley in trucks for the trains. Here's the winding gear.
Just for us train nerds here's some pictures taken close...
Not strictly today's ride but pics taken on Wednesday single speeding the Via Verde. I only saw one other cyclist and one walker all ride.
Interesting nerd fact, This engine is parked in Tijola, it was the only place where water was readily available along the 100KM line for the...
I built up an Orange Sub3 using a Campag Velocci rear mech as a chain tensioner, oh the bling. When finished it weighed less than my steel hardtail SS. The only downside for me was that I had to fit the remote fork lockout (another cable). It rode great BTW.
Looking forward to learn what you...