by radioman | Jul 25, 2013 | Adventure Motorcycle riding
Had to wait for my new gloves to arrive as the old BMW GS gloves have torn seams and have lasted many Thousands of KM’s They arrived late Monday so I decided to head west Tuesday AM. Knowing I have lots of ground to cover. And the roads will straighten out and...
by radioman | Jul 22, 2013 | Adventure Motorcycle riding
Enjoying friends on the road Have had a great week in Cairns area with Rod and his mates. Once again, I have met some wonderful people and enjoyed this time immensely. Had coffee at the downtown market with Rob Sunday morning, and then got a few errands done before I...
by radioman | Jul 21, 2013 | Adventure Motorcycle riding
Another busy week Welcome to another week in my office Dirt_bloke contacted me and was up in the area for his son’s soccer matches. Was able to ride up and enjoy a match and chat one afternoon. Met up with Pete, Connor and his parents, which was a great...
by radioman | Jul 17, 2013 | Adventure Motorcycle riding
Couple days diving was tiring for sure. I was looking forward to being back on land, and getting a few logistics done. On this type of trip there is always something that one needs to consider, plan for and take care of while you have the right time and place. First...
by radioman | Jul 17, 2013 | Adventure Motorcycle riding
Sunday I was able to book myself on a 2 day 1 night barrier reef diving trip. I did one in Cairns over 25 years ago, and was looking forward to doing it again. But I have not dived for over 20 years, so I had a little trepidation about my PADi certification, and lack...
by radioman | Jul 14, 2013 | Adventure Motorcycle riding
From Rockhampton I was just heading north. A day of riding the slab for 750KM, to Townsville. Looking for warmers and sunnier weather! Lots of signs warning or Fatigue and dangers of driving while Tired. Reached the land of sugar cane fields! More than a few stops for...