It was Friday 20th March 2020. It had been a busy week as we prepared to facilitate as much remote working as possible and I had taken the day off to gather my thoughts. We rode out to Snowdonia with flasks and a packed lunch, cautiously keeping our distance from any crowds. In fact we […]
Read More A return to Welsh WalesRecently Adventure Rider Radio invited me to chat with host, Jim Martin, about my approach to planning for a trip. The focus was on how my trip planning can benefit and enhance a shorter tour. These often lasting no more than a couple of weeks and can still feel like an adventure. The constraints of […]
Read More Adventure Rider Radio – Planning a short tourI have covered touring in previous posts but with us all on lockdown I wanted to expand on what I have previously said. I’m sure that there are plenty of armchair adventurers out there dreaming, if not already planning, their next journey. Introduction – Why tour? Firstly, riding a motorcycle anywhere is good. Day trips […]
Read More Route planning 101 – The basicsAn important announcement regarding Covid-19 Due to the unfolding situation with COVID-19 I wanted to update you on how I’m adapting to keep everyone safe in these unprecedented times. I want to do all I can to help to minimise social contact. This would include bookshop presentations and signings as well as other face to […]
Read More Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the book launchSnowdonia in North Wales is a place I often refer to as just Wales. Certainly in my usual context of “I’m off to Wales for a blast on the bike”. Its a place that I often take for granted being my go to place on a motorcycle. This despite also being on the doorstep of […]
Read More The Snowdonia Tour GuideWith 2020 well in swing I thought that I would take a brief moment to review the last year. It was an eventful time and a year that will influence and define the what happens the next twelve months. The year that was The year started very much focused on the planning for the trip […]
Read More 2019 Year in Review