The return back north was going to be a long one. It always is, for Norwegians who ride all the way down to central Europe. And up again. In that respect we who live up north are at a clear disadvantage. If our goal is to explore Europe, then we have to cover 2-2500 of…read more>>
MC rides (general)
Timmelsjoch high alpine road, 2021 (10)
Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road is for many a goal, and more than once. Know people who consider riding it obligatory, when in Austria. Been a few years since I was here last time. Decided I could not leave Austria without having ridden the road and pass again. I’d also made an appointment to meet up…read more>>
The Grossglockner High Alpine Road – 2021 (9)
It’s almost inconceivable to travel into, or around in, the Austrian Alps without riding Grossglockner High Alpine Road. Whether from one side to the other, or both directions. The Grossglockner high alpine road is one of those roads that, whether you enter from the north or the south, gives some bubbling form of excitement. Maybe…read more>>
Riding in the Dolomites, 2021 Adventure (8)
Motorcycle riding in The Dolomites is a breathtaking experience. It offers some of the most exhilarating rides in the world. Winding roads, sharp turns, and stunning views. It’s no wonder that motorcyclists from all over flock to the Dolomites each year to experience the thrill. It’s no wonder I had to go back soon or…read more>>
The Dolomites (again), 2021 Adventure (7)
The Dolomites, or The Dolomite Mountains, are located in the northeast of Italy. They form a part of the southern limestone Alps. The Dolomites, also known as “Pale Mountains”, got their name from the carbonate rock dolomite. Refer to Wiki for more more information on that topic. It’s a sought after winter sports area. From…read more>>
Lago Maggiore & Lugano – 2021 Adventure (6)
Lago Maggiore and Lago Lugano had been on my list of places to see for a while. Finally I was heading there. Turin & northeast Started off riding in the same direction as the day before. First on the E70, then onto SP24 in direction of Turin. I very much wanted to avoid big city…read more>>
Silence, but there’s life alright
Silence it’s good, every so often. Guess I went empty, sort of. That, and summer season never is a high for me writing-wise. Think I went a bit sour in my pursuit to finish off the story about last year’s escapades. So silence was needed. And that coincided with the beginning of the motorcycle season….read more>>
Col de l’Iseran, a day, there and back
Col de l’Iseran is the highest paved Alpine pass. It’s close to the French – Italian border, a must see or do for many motorcyclists. Settled in Italy the plan was to do a one day excursion. From Italy and over into France. Ride Col de l’Iseran, maybe a little bit beyond, and return. I’d…read more>>
An offroad mishap, after Assietta
Offroad or gravel and dirt riding can be an exhilarating experience. Maybe at times too exciting. But if nothing else, it makes memories! Memories Indeed. I will not easily forget what happened in Italy September 2021. But first lets get through… Strada dell’ Assietta offroad (2) Assietta is a road many “pedalists” flock to. So…read more>>
Assietta or Strada dell’Assietta, a definite high
The Alpine military road known as Strada dell’Assietta is a road that, for many motorcycle riders sits high up on the list of must do’s. So also for me. But it wasn’t planned. Like so many other things, in life and on tour, it just happened. Actually, I wasn’t sure I’d do it, alone, on…read more>>