Spring riding in Norway can be fun. Especially on the days when temp suddenly flips into early summer level, with snow across fields and along dry roads. Spring riding Good Friday or April 19th, if you like. Regardless, it was one fantastic day in the southern parts of the country. Truth be told, during this…read more>>
Adventure
Michelin Anakee Adventure review & first impressions
Michelin Anakee Adventure was introduced early 2019. As the first reviews came out it was pretty evident this was a tire to be reckoned with. But how good are they? Naturally I had to find out. The tires from last year were almost done. So the BMW R1200GS Adventure was fitted with a set of…read more>>
Michelin Sirac review; a tire for allround usage
Michelin Sirac is a great allround tire for medium size adventure bikes. On pavement, gravel, dirt or offroad, it is a good choice. Here is my review. Michelin Sirac – first experiences Fall 2017 I bought my second motorcycle, a 1994 Honda XL600v Transalp. Decided that I needed something lighter, something for commuting and shorter…read more>>
Last leg(s) – 2018 Summer adventure (Part 15)
Last leg, or legs. Time had caught up with me. It would be a 3 day sprint. I wanted, and needed, a few days rest at home before returning to mundane life. But even if the adventure was nearing the end, there still was some time left for explorations. I had no intention of wasting…read more>>
Karlovy Vary – 2018 Summer adventure (Part 14)
Karlovy Vary, aka Karlsbad in German, might not be the most beautiful or interesting city in Europe. But it does have qualities, and is worth a visit. Karlovy Vary has both a long and interesting history. A spa town of old but that’s far from all worth mentioning. Best to leave the history lesson to…read more>>
Czech, mate – 2018 Summer adventure (Part 13)
Czech Republic, for the second time. That was on the day’s menu. Failed attempts the day before weren’t going to defer me from the “plans”. Yes, for once I did in fact have a plan, well, parts of one at least. A friend had mentioned the medieval town of Loket, that it was well worth…read more>>
Border crossing – 2018 Summer adventure (Part 12)
A border was to be crossed, “plan” was to ride into Czech Republic and continue north. Didn’t go as “planned”, possibly because the “plan” was non-existent. Danube river Left the hotel and Sankt Ulrich bei Steyr not too early in the morning. Past Steyr I took a eastern course, and got back on small-ways, with…read more>>
Northwards again – 2018 Summer adventure (Part 11)
Northwards again, time had caught up with me, well sort of. It would take a few days to return north and I did not want to stress. Meeting new friends Coming back to the hotel after another eventful riding day had a quick shower, then went down for a pint and some food. Waiting for…read more>>
Passes – 2018 Summer adventure (Part 10)
Passes are (of course) must do’s when in Central Europe. You cannot leave without at least riding a few. So mountain passes was on the menu for July 3rd. Passes, from Austria to Slovenia Woke up to partial blue sky, with low hanging clouds up along the mountain sides. No rain in the forecast until…read more>>
Loncium – 2018 Summer adventure (Part 9)
Loncium, the word sound very latin. If you look it up on google you will find a brewery, and hotel in Kotchsach Mauthern, or rather Kötschach, in Austria. July 2nd I knew absolutely nothing about Kötschach Mauthern or Beer Hotel Loncium. How I got there, well read on and you’ll find out! Another beautiful morning in…read more>>