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Max Roving continues Cycling China in Episode 2, pushing his bike from Lufang in Yunnan into rugged, less-traveled terrain toward the Tibetan plateau. The ride proves physically demanding with steep climbs, a handful of dark tunnels, and unpaved stretches that test both rider and gear. Rain interrupts the day, and he critiques the way roads in China are built, contrasting them with other famous tunnel-heavy nations while marveling at the scenery and the isolation of empty highways that hug the mountains. He camps alone beside a lake-topped hillside after a day of passing through small farming villages and encountering a few friendly locals, though language barriers limit conversation. The next morning brings a cooler climate and downhill stretches toward Ming, where he explores a large water reserve and a temple-tinged historical area near Xiang Jiang. He enjoys simple meals, notes the generosity of strangers who won’t accept payment for lunch, and improvises with a tent pitched near a
