Amsterdam to Zagreb, and a whole bunch of points in between. Camping on the Croatian coast, hotelling it in Frankfurt. Avoiding toll roads and taking ferries. All on my motorbike this summer. I’m liking how my itinerary appears to be shaping up thus far, although once I get on the road, it’s definitely subject to […]
Flashback to Alaskan Ice Racing
It’s been snowy and icy here in Portland the last few days. Quite the reminder of living in the Frozen North. Several years ago, I spent an afternoon standing around on a frozen lake in the MatSu valley, watching the ice races. If only I had a dirt bike with studded tires this weekend….
The Devil is in the Details
Planning. In some respects, it’s one of the things I do best and in others, it’s something that completely overwhelms me. Lists are becoming my best friend, and I love checking things off that list. So far, I’ve: Reserved my airfare for my sabbatical Bought new tires Bought new chain and sprockets Bought my new […]
Christmas made it clear…
I have a motorbike trip on the horizon! I was fortunate enough to receive tires (by way of a Revzilla gift certificate) from my husband and a chain and sprockets (by way of a gift card from my parents) for my bike, and I got other travel-related accessories. My favorite? The Lonely Planet Eastern Europe […]
The One Show Is Coming Up!
In Portland? Like motorbikes? You should go to The One Motorcycle Show in early February! (Source: https://player.vimeo.com/)
Adventure, Taking Shape
My sabbatical map is full of bright red pins, some marking places I’ve always wanted to explore and others marking recent suggestions that proved too interesting to not include. Destinations to explore, cultures to learn, differences to relish, and similarities to provide familiarity – it’s all out there, waiting for me and my BMW. My […]
Motoczysz Electric Bikes
We went over to Moto Corsa today to check out the Motoczysz electric bikes on display. Here’s his 3-time Isle of Man TT championship winning bike (electric class). Still has this year’s laurel wreath on it!
Sabbatical Approved!
My sabbatical next summer has been approved!
A little loop of Sauvie Island
Since I work from home, I don’t always get to ride nearly as much as I’d like. I’ve decided to rectify that by doing Sunday rides. My inaugural ride was today, and I decided to go somewhere completely and entirely new today. I ventured to Sauvie Island, the largest island in the Columbia River, and […]
A Little Ride To St Helens
A girl and her bike…