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DaveSmith 13 Jan 2006 11:17

meeting a wanderlust partner of the opposite sex?
 
Okay, sort of a weird post, but how would one find a girl who's willing to ride across continents with you? I've got no problem meeting girls, but finding one who's willing to travel by motorcycle is hard to find.

I'm guessing for girls who travel, finding a boy isn't a problem.

I posted on match.com that says "ride the world with me". Not that I'm expecting someone in their 30s willing to travel in such a weird way, but it seems worth the shot.

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Rufcut 13 Jan 2006 22:44

Tough one. I'd say you might have some luck at a rally. It's hard enough finding a compatable partner that dosen't ride.

mrdexplorer 13 Jan 2006 23:39

Flamin perv. What do you think this is, a dating site?

DaveSmith 13 Jan 2006 23:46

Sheesh. Nope, it was a legitimate question. I've got no problem meeting girls, but finding one up for a trip like this is hard to do.

It was nice that your first post was you trying to insult me.

--Flaming Perv

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Riq 14 Jan 2006 00:28

Perhaps mrdexplorer can explain how such a straight forward question is perverted.

Sorry Dave I can't help I married my wife 27 years ago and she says she only went out with me the first time because she had never ridden on a motorcycle.

Chin up
Rick

beddhist 14 Jan 2006 01:04

Is this the right forum to ask questions about "lust"? ;-) hihi

Seriously, though, going out amongst the biking folk should be one way, a forum like this one another. IRC, perhaps... maybe not.

I've just got a lead through a German bike travellers' forum, similar to this one. Tomorrow night I should know more... May have to postpone my trip, though.

mrdexplorer 14 Jan 2006 01:10

Er... You don't think perhaps that I'm just trolling. Yes/no?

JonStobbs 14 Jan 2006 02:44

Dave,i've been trying to suss the same problem out for a while now.Still no wiser mind you! Like you i've no problem finding someone who's fun to be with,but the travelling thing seems to be a step too far for everyone i've met so far.Even worse for us motorcycle riders(how do you 4wd-ers get on?).
mrdexplorer,got to say i do think your reply was a little judgemental.I think Dave's question is a valid one and does have a place on the forum.After all that is what it's here for,to ask questions and discuss matters of overland subjects...isn't it?

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simmo 14 Jan 2006 03:32

Now Dave, just save that moola, fix your liitle Ducati and head off for Japan, Russia and points east. Those So Cal girls would struggle to get out of the hairdressers. Let alone getting that poor little bike to carry two! http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/wink.gif

Grant Johnson 14 Jan 2006 03:51

The forum title IS "Travellers Seeking Travellers" and we WILL be having a sesssion on just this subject at the HU UK Travellers Meeting this year. http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/smile.gif

Also note trolling doesn't go over big here...

Less noise more quality is the motto... http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/wink.gif

Grant

doubleplay 14 Jan 2006 04:16

Grant,
Well Said.

Matt Cartney 14 Jan 2006 04:47

Funnily enough, since I revealed to the world (or my circle of mates anyway) that I was planning a wee jaunt avec motorcycle I've had quite a few flattering "Oooohs!" and occasional "Aahs!" from the fairer sex. No actual concrete declarations of love, unfortunately, but definately what anglers call "a nibble." I am fully expecting to be fighting them off with a stick on my return.
Matt

Wheelie 14 Jan 2006 05:18

Maybe you could try to camoflage your bike as a pony?

Some thoughts that might run through a womans head when you mention riding around the world on a motorcycle:

Malaria, monte sumas revenge, snakes, spiders, bugs, scorpions, land mines, scorching heat, rain, cold, aids, powerty, having only two sets of underware, squatting toilets (if any), dirty clothes, body odor, riding sores, fungus, no hospitals, lack of fashionable clothing, only one pair of shoes, corruption, war, tribal disputes, male shovenistic cultures, crappy food, amebas, brain worms, sand (in everything), flat tires, bike break-downs, bed bugs, sleeping on hard ground, theft, robbery, violence, kidnapping, red tape, drunk drivers, bad roads, getting lost, being hungry, being thirsty, being tired, having to read maps, being homesick, being stressed out, being stuck, no friends, expenses, logistics, learning the gps, no family close by, lack of familiar things, lack of security, no favourite tv program, can't shop because of lack of space, dangerous ferries, wild animals, laundry by hand, plane crashes, lost sex appeal, pot holes, wash boards, sand storms, snow storms, rain storms, hail storms, foreign languages, beggars, touts, hustlers, political unstability, sexual harassment, loss of job security, loss of financial security, loss of chance to have children, terrorism, and ... who the hell is this guy I am travelling with that hasn't showered or shaved in ages, is dressed like a clown working as an astronaut, and one that gets turned on by raunchy women like myself.

Now that is a lot of odds to overcome, even for most men. You should ask yourself, is the kind of woman that really really really wants to do this kind of trip first off the kind of woman you would be attracted to in the first place? Or, would you like a more traditional femenine type that might need a bit of convincing? I've been so fortunate to have been able to convince my wife... but I'm not so certain I would have been attracted to a woman who was convinced allready.

I'd go for the pony trick and lure her along. Make your first stop a suite at the Ritz and gradually lower the quality as she gets climatized. Make her believe that you are just going to be gone for a week, then make all sorts of incentives to stay just another day ("around the next bend we will come to Cinco Terra, A world Heritage Site, probaly the most beutiful place on earth, a must see before you die kind of place, a place to write home about. I've heard that they have a world reknown SPA there and great food and wine... I've heard that Bruce Willis and Brad Pit is staying there right now, a small intimate and romantic place... we could probably get seated at the same table...) the next day offer another incentive, then another, then another... when you can offer no more attractive incentives, then come up with bogus excuses for why you have to delay the return home for another day (your uncle died in a plane crash this very date and you insist that you put off the flight until tomorrow... Going North to get to the airport means going over some really high cold mountains with warring clans and psycotic rug selling rapists, making it much better to travel to the other airport 200k kilometers further south... etc). If you are lucky, she might get climatised and comfortable with the whole idea of travelling around the world with you before you are half way round the world.

DaveSmith 14 Jan 2006 07:26

Thanks, folks. I'm going to borrow from Wheelie and use his "some thoughts that might run" because it makes me laugh.

This is a weird forum to troll.

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paul_r 14 Jan 2006 08:38

might be worth checking out

http://www.bikerdating.co.uk/

Paul

Shells 14 Jan 2006 16:48

Me, me! Pick me!!
Ha!

I can assure you Dave, that I think it is doubly as hard for me to meet a man with get up and go who wants to get up and go. Especially if it means he has to be the pillion! Mwahaha!

Trouble is, when I finally find someone who is of the same ludicrous travel habits as myself, will he love his bike more than he loves me? or vice verse of course!

As far as finding yourself a nice 'traditional girl' (gag)... what on earth would you want to do that for?!
Sersiously though, when I am not in all my bike gear and trying to find the right side of the wrench to use, I am feminine and wear earrings and perfume and everything.
Once getting past most men's initial reaction, when finding out that I am a biker, of immediately asking if I wear leathers (and no, just for the reckord, I don't), the things that may scare men off are the silly insecurities related to knowing a girl who rides better than you do. HA!

Hmmm, not convinced about the dating site option Dave - quality control!

Grant - you may have to add 'willing to have a +1' onto the badges at the next HU meet http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/wink.gif

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Sime66 14 Jan 2006 18:13

Dave
The world is (half) full of ladies. If you take one with you you may come to regret your narrowed options at some point. Don't wanna sound sexist - substitute "men" for ladies if you're reading this and you're a woman/gay man.
*sheesh*

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DougieB 14 Jan 2006 19:03

He's right, they are just trouble....

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Wheelie 14 Jan 2006 19:20

There is a saying here in Norway which goes: "don't bring fish on a fishing trip"

lorraine 14 Jan 2006 23:46

I agree with Shells. Damn difficult finding men who want to leave the comfort of their homes. Sigh, men just don't seem to like roughing it...
Lorraine
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DaveSmith 14 Jan 2006 23:57

I'm not looking for a traditional girl and I'm not the one night stand type of guy.

It seems like it'd be more fun to share the adventure with someone I could reminisce with since most people don't really want to hear travel stories.

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Shells 15 Jan 2006 03:41

Nothing wrong there Dave.
Seek and ye shall find. But it will be more making it happen than letting it happen.
Put all that fabulous energy into your trip! I agree with Wheelie (legend!), don't take fish on a fishing trip. Nothing worse than being stuck with someone on your fabulous adventure who makes it less fabulous.
Who knows, you may pull into a camp site next to a fellow biker, put your tent up, all the while wondering how that biker managed to get his missus to do all the work putting the tent up and getting dinner on the go... only to realise... 'Hello!'
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Stirlo 15 Jan 2006 09:22

Hehehe this is hilarious. But i know exactly how you feel Dave. I recently ditched my girlfriend (wasn't going to work anyway) to focus on my upcoming trip. I soon realised that:
A: Its not as much fun when you have someone else to worry about, and chicks cause worries (sorry ladies... see wheelie's list)and
B: When you have someone with you you tend to stay in your comfort zone in social situations, i know that i do. Going solo forces you out to meet people and that is half the reason why i travel.

Both sides have their good and bad points but if you say you have no trouble with the ladies then you have got no problems!

DavePortugal 15 Jan 2006 15:06

What the hell is 'trolling'?????????

Matt Cartney 15 Jan 2006 17:45

Oh, I have to agree with Stirlo regarding couples staying in their 'comfort zone' socially! They're a menace to the travel ethos of getting out there and meeting people! Can't remember the number of times I've pitched up at a hotel/hostel/campsite to find nothing but loved up couples ignoring the world!
Matt

Matt Cartney 15 Jan 2006 17:53

Daveportugal,
I understand 'trolling' as writing a purposefully inflamatory post in order to illicit the maximum number of responses. E.g:

"What bike should I get for my upcoming trip to Africa? My girlfreind has a BMW F650 which is nice. Is there something like this but designed for a man?"

Matt

roamingyak 16 Jan 2006 00:25

I came to the conculsion that the best place to meet somebody special to go travelling with, was going to be when your actually travelling.

The odds are you'll meet them doing what you both want to do.


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Matt Roach 16 Jan 2006 07:00

Now, since the whole reason d'etre of travelling is to see other cultures, surely the problem with taking a partner on your travels is that you miss out on appreciating ALL aspects of the local culture?????????

simmo 16 Jan 2006 08:54

Now Dave I was at Bobs the otherday, your little woman sitting lonely in the corner, her head off and carburetor hanging limply, VB can coverred airfilter still sugesting your return.....focus man other wise I will get someone to put that G clamp that was holding your carburetor together to come over and put it somewhere painful. Are the Buzzcocks winding you up you O.... Addict?

Nice one Matt C, but I thought it was a fair question. When you post it on UK GSer can we watch....while Matt R is trollin for the married amoungst us. http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/wink.gif

justJeff 16 Jan 2006 09:17

Don't lose hope. In addition to a motorcycle addict, I am also a long time avid flyfisher. Mom told me that I wouldn't meet a suitable wife unless it was in a river somewhere. I always joked that I couldn't be serious about a woman that did't look great in waders.

It took me until I was 35 to find her, but it was well worth the wait. She looks hot in waders, loves my bikes, and has a couple of her own.

Bill Ryder 16 Jan 2006 11:15

Keep at it Dave. I met my first wife when she advertized for someone to travel cross country by motorcycle. We ended up going to newfoundland and back to washington state and stayed together for 12 years. Unfortunately traveling by motorcycle was about the only time we really got along. Talk to lots of people just like you are doing on this thread, there are a fair number of couples traveling out there so there is hope for you.

Bozo 16 Jan 2006 15:27

Hey Dave, you have 30 replies and 30 different opinions. Why on earth would you want to travel with a member of the opposite sex. Pump the tyres Dave, fix the speedo dave, pitch the tent Dave, why can't we stay in a nice hotel Dave? You never listen to me Dave,
Jeeesus Dave if you have the opportunity bugger off alone....ASAP.

I would if I could....
Bozo

lorraine 17 Jan 2006 04:20

This is a very amusing post. I got married to someone who I thought was the perfect travelling partner, only to find out his travelling days were over if it meant sleeping away from a hotel. This is a variation of a theme I hear repeated often by my girlfriends, and other women on the road. However, it seems a number of men on this post are the more adventuresome type, and have difficulty finding adventuresome ladies. So why aren't these two LARGE groups of singles getting it together?? I wonder if maybe the real problem is people doing this kind of thing march, drive or ride to a different drummer? I mean let's face it, we're a small portion of the population. Those who are 'out here' are probably fairly independent and have a specific travel/life agenda. And have specific requirements about who their travel partners should be.

As much as I'd love to travel with a partner, going solo means you get your way ALL the time. It also means you do all the work, and make all the decisions. Until you meet up with others on the road, which you always do. I've decided what's most important, is to get out there. This would be fun to discuss in person with anyone who's in Central America!

Lorraine
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tomforde 17 Jan 2006 10:32

Mate, just hire em when you stop, much cheeper and no emotional attachment, remember your bike comes first.

desertrider 17 Jan 2006 11:02

Gee Dave, have you ever been to New Mexico? I'm certainly in the majority of single women who love long distance travel. Maybe cuz this state is so full of promising road trips and lots of sunshine. Having accomplished a couple of Saddle Sore 1000 (1000 miles in 24 hours) I'm not afraid of distance riding. Accomplished women riders here get points and nods of approval from male riders. We're no different than men--still gotta work, feed the kids, mow the grass, get the bucks to pay the gas, before we can head off down the highway. Wish you luck finding some young thang to plop on the pillion. Kudos to Lorraine. I, too, would rather ride my own. Even with a companion.

Red Bull 17 Jan 2006 11:33

Have you tried Women's International Motorcycle Association.
These are women interested in motorcycle travel and they have branches all over the world.
Go (Men allowed only as an Invitee) to one of their meetings) and probably you might get lucky :-)
Best luck
RED Bull

http://www.wima.org.au/about.html
http://www.wimaworld.com/

davidmc 17 Jan 2006 12:33

I would look on the road. I am sure there are plenty of backpackers on the road who would love to give up traveling on buses and trains to jump on the back of a motorcycle. With you, of course!

The adventurous types you are looking for are already out there travelling. This is where you should look.

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Shells 17 Jan 2006 13:57

Lorraine, your approach definitely strikes a chord.
There seem to be a fair few of us, of both genders, who wouldn't mind some company on the road, but would also like to maintain that level of independance that sometimes takes so long to comfortably find a way to achieve. I'm not saying we have to be scouring the bush to find someone who is willing to be shower-free for weeks, but someone with an adventurous spirit who would be willing to settle for a tent rather than a hotel would suffice (hopefully someone who also convinvces you, once in a while, that a roof and real sheets for a couple of nights will be a fabulous idea).

Dave, I reckon you need to find yourself a nice littl' lady who is on her own bike. That way if you two have had enough of each other you can continue on your own paths, or meet up again when the dust has settled http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/smile.gif

I think Lorraine is onto something though: the single adventurers should sort themselves out! Not all of us always want to compromise all the time, but there definitely are some days when you are tired, frayed, and hungry and you really really just want someone else to decide 'left' or 'right'.

beddhist 17 Jan 2006 16:21

Sorry, WIMA is not an option in Europe: the majority are lesbians. In any case, it's a catch-22: only your partner can get you to their meetings.

maria41 17 Jan 2006 18:40

The main problem here in my opinion is not the bike bit. In my experience 90% of people idea of a good holiday is Package/beach/all organised/family type of hols. Not many people are interested in moving around from place to place, with nothing pre-booked months in advance. Most people in couple I know have had to compromise on holidays with their other half. So first problem is to find the 10% people interested in that sort of holiday. Then insert the option of biking. People with experience back packing (i.e. travelling independently) around the world would be more interested in moving around by their own means (bike/WD4) because it is such a hassle (and waste of time) to move around in most countries (highly unreliable/inexistent painfully slow trains/buses etc). I think it's easier to convince someone who love that sort of holiday to do their bike test or be pillion than to convert a beach addict/leisure biker into a bike traveller! I started travelling long before I even thought of doing my test!
Enjoy the quest!
Maria

Matt Roach 17 Jan 2006 21:07

Davidmc is definately on the money with his comment about backpackers!

When you tire of the 'local' theme, much short term enjoyment can be had by spending a few nights at a backpackers. Generally as the solo motorcyclist, the bike will have already performed all the introductions you will ever need. This technique also works particular wonders anywhere in southern Africa where overland trucks congregate!

Now, as to your far more serious question about long term relationships, I think you should realise that this concept is rather incompatible with touring the world on a motorbike. It is like oil and water - they just don't mix.......

Grant Johnson 17 Jan 2006 21:57

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Originally posted by Matt Roach:
... long term relationships, I think you should realise that this concept is rather incompatible with touring the world on a motorbike. It is like oil and water - they just don't mix.......
Have to thrown in a comment on that one!

...not necessarily - there's lots of relationships have grown on the road, some have gone on to get married and have kids, (yes I could name names!) others simply continued on the better for it - and yes, indeed, others have not made it. But perhaps they wouldn't have anyway - LONG term speaking - perhaps they weren't REALLY fully compatible - sure a relationship can survive if say, one likes to travel and the other doesn't, but do you WANT a relationship that "survives"?

At least you know if you finish a round the world tour together you're likely together for the really long haul!

Grant


eldridge 18 Jan 2006 05:06

firstly,Im no expert!!but if you want to catch a fresh water fish,you dont take your rod to the seaside!!(sorry,not a good example)but what im trying to say is that if you want to meet the more extreme travelling kind of girl rather than two weeks on the beach,i think there is more chance meeting her on your travels or at a gathering like a H.U get-together!!
But "how to stay together and be happy" would proberly need its own website rather than another thread!!

happy hunting.

Lee

Matt Cartney 18 Jan 2006 06:40

I reckon you are never going to meet the perfect lass 'ready made'. I'd say: Find a good example, convert about her what you can and enjoy the fact what you can't convert gives you an excuse to spend time alone with your buddies!
In the meantime, see the world, do things you really shouldn't and drink more whisky than is good for you!
That's my plan anyway!
Matt

PS: I suspect this thread has the highest number of http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/wink.gif emoticons per answer than any other. Maybe Grant can confirm! http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/wink.gif

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Shells 18 Jan 2006 13:29

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Ha! Matt, you're a brave man! You're asking for a bashing from the ladies reading this thread!!
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Dave, mate, I reckon you just need to find yourself a nice li'l lady with a bike of her own (preferably running into each other on your travels). That way, you can each spend time travelling together and can also go your own ways for a while (or longer) if you need your space back.

It's a tricky thing balancing independant travel and new companionship. I reckon Lorraine is onto something with her travel buddies http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/smile.gif

Grant, I hear ya! I met and travelled with a lovely man - the two of us spending 7 countries on the road and as many months together when we got back to the UK (visa issues put an end to that unfortunately).

I say, put the energy out there, and see what unfolds.

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Geoff van de Merwe 18 Jan 2006 15:01

Maybe you're looking in the wrong place?
There are a lot of girls out there who love travel and really like the idea of motorbikes, but because they don't (yet) ride, they don't mingle in those circles.

However, you do have to be careful where you look. If you pick a 'wannabe' who just likes the idea of hanging around with a biker, you may come into troubles when she hits a 3rd world country for the 1st time and decides that this 'isn't really her'(and vice versa I guess)

So where to look? I would suggest that you join a sports club/organisation which is considered more accessible to the general public. eg.triathlon/canoeing/skydiving.
People in these clubs are already motivated individuals otherwise they wouldn't be a part of the club.
Plus you'll find that a lot of them have an adventurous spirit, and they're always up for something new.

Happy hunting.



Matt Cartney 18 Jan 2006 17:43

Geoff,
Outdoor pursuits circles are a good source of high quality examples indeed. The only thing is they tend to be surrounded by lots of muscular tanned types with wild blonde locks and six packs who also do their chosen pursuit. I reckon there must be a 'mother lode' of adventurous young beauties somewhere just waiting to be tapped. It's just finding out where it is. I have friend who says he's going to start pony trekking and he may not be far wrong!

Shells,
Don't get me wrong, I'm open for some converting myself!

Matt

lorraine 19 Jan 2006 00:02

Oh geez Dave, I just noticed where you live. Sacramento, California. I lived there for five years. Your chances of finding anyone in Sacramento to travel the world with you is pretty darn slim unless you hang out in mid-town. Everyone else is working to get that mortgage paid off. ;-)

You might give some thought to searching for someone from another country besides the US. The fact is, only 23% of Americans have passports. If someone hasn't even been to Europe, the chance is remote they're going to want to go RTW.

I've only been down here in Mexico less than three weeks and though I've met many American's, they're all retired. The ONLY people I've seen in the 25-50 age bracket are NON-Americans. Germans, English and Canadians so far. And they're all en route to Argentina.

So, drop into some backpacker hotels/youth hostels in San Francisco since you're so close, (maybe there's even some in Davis/Sac?) and I'm sure you'll find yourself a German or Aussie girl with little difficulty. They're the ones who really travel. But make sure you're ready to go...!

Thinking outside the box, you might try taking a language class, or a travel writing class, also for people who are already leaning in that direction. Good luck!

Lorraine
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JADE 21 Jan 2006 16:49

I'd love 2 go with u dave!

only prob is you are in the US and i'm in OZ (yes lorraine i agree with u, sacramento is rather small, been there a few times as i have relatives there).

i was planning on going on a trip myself if u want 2 join me?


lorraine and shells you both sound awesome (aswell as some of you guys 2) but some of you really need a kick back in to reality. give girls a go, you will be surprised at what we can do when try!

beddhist 21 Jan 2006 18:00

Jade,

Perhaps if you just ride your bike to Darwin and go see Perkins Shipping, that's where all the overlanders pass through going to East Timor, Indonesia and on to Europe. I don't think you'll have to wait too long... And if you get bored, just go.

The hardest part is to pick up the courage to go. Check out Linda: http://haefale.de/linda

Guys, you've got problems! My new lady friend just asked me whether my mattress and sleeping bag are up to it. She does things like a bike rally in Norway in winter, -20°C! Makes me feel insignificant...

simmo 22 Jan 2006 03:12

In keeping with my constructive comments on this important thread.
Jade, have you seen Dave? If you got a good look at him you might change your mind http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/wink.gif
From all accounts he is something of a wildman with little self control or mechanical sympathy.

DaveSmith 22 Jan 2006 03:19

Oh yeah, a week or so with Bob Brown and a lot of scotch will do that to anyone.

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Homer Susan 23 Jan 2006 19:28

Thank you all for a good chuckle. I actually laughed right out loud a few times. I think Lorraine and the other gals have hit it on the head. There are fun, adventurous, all-around good gals out there but they are busy riding. You just have to keep up with us.

Enjoy!
Susan

ps I have actually seen men riding f650s.


MichelleS 24 Jan 2006 15:39

This thread provided some great entertainment on a rainy Sunday afternoon, thanks guys. And a word of advice to you guys, as Homer Susan writes, us 'fun, adventurous, all-around good gals' do exist, but from experience you're more likely to come across us when you aren't actually looking for us.

p.s. What do you do if you already have a wonderful guy who won't get back on his F650 (after an accident) and you want to ride around the world or at least part of it?

Matt Cartney 24 Jan 2006 22:02

Go without him. Just don't go too long!
Matt

Whiplash 25 Jan 2006 20:30

Dave, maybe you should join a band. I've met plenty of women while out playing that want to ride cross country with me when I take off in June. My problem is, I'm married and can't take any with me! hahaha. Not complaining though. But they are out there, don't get discouraged!

lorraine 28 Jan 2006 22:08

Found this somewhere, thought it relevant to this thread.

“Travelling in the company of those we love is home in motion.” C. Leigh Hunt

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DaveSmith 28 Jan 2006 22:18

Hey Whiplash,

I've been playing in bands for 14 years, but I don't think I've played with any Fresno bands. Maybe I can find someone who's willing to learn to ride. I'm not discouraged. It's a long-shot, I know.

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trand 30 Jan 2006 21:35

I found a woman in spain....''yeah always been my dream'' she said .... after a 4day trip into Portugal... and back well that was the end of her dream .... and our relationship ....go it alone mate

superkimberlee 31 Jan 2006 02:09

Not to sound cliche, but you knid of just have to let it happen. This past year I was in Belize working on my thesis when one biker, such as yourself, came through my town. He met one of my students who introduced us over lunch the next day. After talking for about an hour he said to me "Well, I'm going for a ride...wanna come?" Needless to say, I replied yes!

We spent the next few weeks practically inseperable and just before he left San Ignacio I was invited to come along through Panama. Central America came and went quickly, before we knew it I was back in Washington DC getting ready to finish my degree. Then he called and asked me to come back and finish the trip.

Well, I left school, told very few people where I was going and I now get to sign TDF '05 after my name.

Don't listen to the skeptics, it was a rollercoaster ride definitely but in the end we both came away better people. And, of course, I'm now getting my motorcycle license and buing a bike later this year. (Plans are in the works for India in 2007!)

Pick someone up on your trip is the moral of the story!
Good luck!

-K TDF '05 http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/smile.gif

beddhist 31 Jan 2006 14:52

Good story!

What does TDF mean?

scroggin 31 Jan 2006 15:24

Hi beddhist. I think TDF must be part of a list of all the things in garages and sheds


NX650
F650
Raleigh Chopper
Wheelbarrow
Skateboard
Pogo Stick
Roller skates
But no TDF

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Grant Johnson 31 Jan 2006 18:48

Quote:

Originally posted by beddhist:
Good story!

What does TDF mean?


Tierra del Fuego http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/smile.gif

Homer Susan 31 Jan 2006 19:57

Cheers Kim! Glad you decided to stay on and finish. I am still only half way there. Congrats on getting you licence and who knows, maybe see you on the road. Although I'm thinking Africa after this, India is absolutely insane http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/smile.gif

I have fond memories of riding with you folks in CA. Seems like a long time ago now...
Anyway, hi to Kyle for me. Is he heading to Venezuela on his way back up?
Ride safe
Susan

lorraine 1 Feb 2006 00:51

I just met a very cute biker at a petrol station in Mexico and found out he'd just left the same place I'd been staying. The reason we never met, was because the hotel let him store his bike away, out of sight. I say, make sure the bike is visible as long as possible, or at least the helmet!!!
Lorraine

mattmbishop 1 Feb 2006 01:04

"somewhere my love lay sleeping behind the lights of a far-off town
so I gave my heart to a bend in the road, and off I went, a-yondering ..."

Don't know who wrote that, found it in the cover of a Louis L'Amour.

VIVID1 1 Feb 2006 02:35

I can relate. I'm having problems too, not too many people want to ride as much as me. I’ve recently ended a relationship, part of the problem was the guy I was with just wasn’t in to sport-touring as much as me, he didn’t want to spend every available minute on the bike, every holiday, every vacation day I want to spend touring the country. I’ve actually registered here so I can start planning a world tour, which will take place in a few years.


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superkimberlee 1 Feb 2006 04:21

Susan,
Good to hear from you. I don't Think Kyle is planning on heading to Venezuala, but he could probably be persuaded http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/smile.gif
-K

dbg 9 Feb 2006 15:55

Nice thread! I agree with the meeting at an (extreme) sports club - I met my guy doing aikido - he's the biker, and we're off at the end of the year on a 6 month overlander, just getting my riding skills up to scratch! Keep looking, but don't just go for a biker chick, unless that's all you want! Oh, and I love pitching up a tent and making a brew - not all ladies HAVE to have cotton sheets and make-up when they're travelling, and yes, I can ritz it up with the best of 'em when I want to!

slim161 9 Feb 2006 23:30

Think Eastern Europe,
Best looking girls on the planet and are much more durable than American or Western European girls.
I met my girlfriend while riding through Europe convinced her it was a good idea, or maybe she convinced me it was a good idea to bring her along, well whatever the case we got along really well.
So I guess my point is "Build it and they will come" no that doesnt work.... how about "Go Traveling and you will find what you are looking for" yeah thats it.

Caminando 13 Feb 2006 15:53

Quote:

Originally posted by beddhist:
Jade,

Perhaps if you just ride your bike to Darwin and go see Perkins Shipping, that's where all the overlanders pass through going to East Timor, Indonesia and on to Europe. I don't think you'll have to wait too long... And if you get bored, just go.

The hardest part is to pick up the courage to go. Check out Linda: http://haefale.de/linda

Guys, you've got problems! My new lady friend just asked me whether my mattress and sleeping bag are up to it. She does things like a bike rally in Norway in winter, -20°C! Makes me feel insignificant...

Maybe she wont be your lady friend for long, biddhist! Be fast- or last! StrikingViking may come along....

krashdragon 15 Feb 2006 04:59

OK, just going to add my .0002 worth!
I'm female and would love to meet a guy to go round the world with, or even just ride on long trips here in the US... not necessarily throw romance in there... but wouldn't rule it out, either...
However, if you think finding someone in their 20's or 30's is hard, try looking for a guy in their 50's or over that's not married, not gay, and is willing to actually discuss where to go, what to do, etc, rather than just the macho thing about "I'm the guy I make the decisions".

I do have some wonderful male friends that ride and are single, but due to various reason don't/can't want to travel.
Some of us ladies dont' mind the bugs, tents, dirt etc, just throw a hotel in once in a while...nothing beats a nice long hot bath after being on the road!

I do know one great guy, works a year or two as a mech, then moves on to the next place... but, as he told me, he's upfront with the ladies and tells them that he will only work for a year or two at the same job, then he will move... he says somehow they dont' quite get it, and expect him to settle down... Oh yeah, he's been married 6 times so far! He's a bit too young for me tho...but he is a dear friend. <BG>

There are some of us willing and able ladies out here, but in the meantime, I'll see you on the road!
Keep the shiny side up and the rubber side down..hurts less that way!
Mary aka Krashdragon


Frank Warner 15 Feb 2006 05:59

Krashdragon, Wave.

Start Africa 2007 to IOM TT May, June and then back throught to India end 2007. Bit quick for my liking but that is plan b. So far. Still early planing.

JADE 15 Feb 2006 16:13

Well i do have to say you guys make me laugh.
there are so many people out there looking for long distance riding partners but we can never seem to find the right one, it's alway wrong time, wrong town, wrong sex, wrong age. i think i am going to have to try my RTW solo. Might run into someone on the way!

Rachel 3 Mar 2006 01:11

I haven't done much serious biking stuff - couple of trips into Europe. However, I am a bit dubious about finding travelling companions as part of the trip planning. I can't help wondering what is a guys motivation in responding: maybe they fancy a chance to help a damsel in distress with greasy sprockets and burst tyres or maybe they would simply like some company for the trip or... maybe none of the above!

If I met a guy on the trip and we got along okay, I'd consider travelling together but, I'd be so cautious!

Rachel

travelluna 3 Mar 2006 06:45

Oh thats sick folks...

The question is all right, but all the comments....disgusting! (some are really funny)

To be honest: yust lift up your ass and go, better ride!
Thats what i am doing, tha chance that you find someone with the same interest of rideing and exploring the world is not that small, but it needs the right kind of human......so, forget it.
Even then there ist the bike question - one or two - same kind?....forget it as i tell you.
Have fun by yourself and explore the world.
I am on the road again - solo of course - and enjoy it a lot.


Better catch up with other bikers and then you will see if it workes out or not - be independent and if there is a lady out there for you, you will meet her!

keep the rubber side down
reg. LUNA




simmo 3 Mar 2006 10:05

Jade as you appear to be in Melbourne, are you going to Ralphs 11th March BBQ? if you are you could pop by Bob Browns Shop and take a look at Derelict Daves Dynamite Ducati, and give it a pat for him, this way at least the bike will feel wanted.

Whoops got it the wrong way around..its Dynamite Daves Derelict Ducati....I'll pat it for you anyway Dave!


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moggy 1968 9 Mar 2006 22:33

There is a website, companions to travel, or companions2 travel, I can't remember which. more aimed at the 2 week holiday type I think, but off the wall trips, so you never know.

You could do what I've done, dress it up as a charity gig and invite some mates along, helps to persuade their employers to let them off work for more than the usual 2 weeks. 4 of us leave for the Gambia in April. One has 3 weeks, the other two longer. The chicks love a bit of charity too!

Andy
Toyota H60x2
Landy101 ambie/camper
1968 Morris minor traveller

ardvark 13 Mar 2006 01:36

Dave good post and totoally legitimate...chuckled at mrdexploreer who must prefer to ride with a guy behind him...too funny he should check the mirror before he throws around comments like "perv" LOL...anyway good luck !!!

The Man 16 Mar 2006 04:25

This topic has been quite entertaining, especially Wheelie's very long paragraph of things to worry about. That belongs on a very big t-shirt.

I would agree with some others who suggested looking to other countries. You know what Lenny Kravitz says, "American woman, get away from me!" This is just a joke, don't be offended, besides I'm not the one who wrote the song. Seriously, male or female, you gotta figure that in general in the most developed countries a larger portion of the population is busy acquiring fancy cars, big houses, and status symbols, plus complaining and being offended. So you are already narrowed down to a small portion of the population.

Or at the least open yourself up to ALL of your own country. Anyone you would care to know would be greatly impressed if you hopped on your bike and rode for hours or days just to meet them. And if they turn out to be a freak, it was just an excuse to ride anyway. :-) I can say from personal experience that this does work a good percentage of the time!

In 1998 I had just returned from my first biggish motorcycle trip which was for 6-weeks on a street bike solo from East coast USA to West Coast and return. I got turned on to yahoo chat rooms somehow, and there was one or more rooms for travelers. I wasn't in the traveler's chat room for 10 minutes when a girl PMs (Private Message) me. She is from Malaysia, literally the other side of the world, so I thought, ok, pen pal. Well the pen pal business went on for 4 years while I was fumbling with other more local possibilities. So I flew to Malaysia to visit her. I figured at worst it would be an interesting cultural experience. Plus, it was a great chance to have a good friend as a local guide for my first international traveling experience.

We are married now for 3 years and living in the USA. Of course this experience required a lot of patience - first actually meeting and then all the immigration hocus pocus.

Based on our traveling experiences so far I'd say she is tougher then me. And it seems that I can convince her of just about any crazy traveling idea I can come up with. The only thing she hasn't come to terms with yet is the idea of not having a bath every day!

It would be interesting to hear from more people who have met a significant other and traveled together, and the story of how it came about.

stormsearcher 16 Mar 2006 14:13

hey any gals wanna ride their own bike with a couple of us to see the finke desert race?give me a buzz.

The Man 16 Mar 2006 20:23

Wheelie wrote Oct 2005:
___________________________________

Some thoughts that might run through a womans head when you mention riding around the world on a motorcycle:

Malaria, monte sumas revenge, snakes, spiders, bugs, scorpions, land mines, scorching heat, rain, cold, aids, powerty.....
____________________________________

You forgot leeches. :-)

slim161 26 Mar 2006 04:05

I met my girlfriend in Greece on my way back from Turkey and on my way to Africa. She is from Poland and was working in a Hotel Manager training program, after a week in Corfu I convinced her it was a good idea to hop on the back of my GS and ride through Africa. She wasnt sure at first(believe it or not), so I left it up to her and said if she decided it was a good idea then to meet in Venice at the Ferry dock in 4 days. Well I showed up 4 days later and there she was waiting ready to go. We made a quick stop at a helmet shop and bought her the necessary gear and off we rode into the sunset. After 3 months of traveling through Africa she had to go home and I had to head back to the states. She was hands down the best traveling partner I could have ever asked for. She complained far less than I did and always brought a new perspective to situations. Her only rule from day one is that we had to shower more often than I was used to. There is no way I would bring an American girl on a long distance motorcycle trip, they are way too high maintenance and 99% of them have different priorities than I do.
Well after 4 months apart Anna will be here in less than one week. Getting a Visa was hard but with a little patience it worked out. So we are realistic about things and getting along traveling is differnt than day to day life. Easier or Harder??? I am not sure I will let you know though.
Cheers,
Josh
www.ridingtheglobe.com

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pierresas 30 Mar 2006 03:18

Quote:

Originally posted by Dave_Smith:
I posted on match.com that says "ride the world with me". Not that I'm expecting someone in their 30s willing to travel in such a weird way, but it seems worth the shot.
Match.com sucks. Try CraigsList, that's how Merritt and I met. It was hilarious, maybe we'll write about it one day. It was the first ad she ever replied to.


Quote:

Originally posted by slim161:
There is no way I would bring an American girl on a long distance motorcycle trip, they are way too high maintenance and 99% of them have different priorities than I do.
It is relatively easy for an American boy to meet an adventurous Polish or Venezuelan girl on the road but it's not a reason to diss on the girls at home in such a broad and disparaging way. I think most people with a 9-to-5 job in a place with little social life might think the same as you, though. And I agree that you are more likely to meet conventional people and get deeply bored in Middle America than most everywhere else in the western world. But if that's the case, pack your bags and move, dude! The proud chicks of San Francisco, Portland and New York are waiting for you!

Pierre (ze French) & Merritt (the American)
http://www.photobiker.com

CRZNDOG 31 Mar 2006 01:28

Dave, I have to admit that is hard finding a bonnie lass to travel with. Same issue here. My attitude is to go anyway and find a friend who wants to do the same (male or female). You can meet people on the way. Now think of the down side of going with your girlfriend or wife. They may put an emotional strain on you which could either jeapordise the trip or cause a separation. Both of these (IMO) are not worth putting at risk for a dream of a life-time.


simmo 12 Apr 2006 13:25

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OK Guys and Gals, you've all been patient waiting for the moment that the creator of this thread would reveal himself but alas he hasn't. With the new Hubb technology te opportunity has arisen to expose this Ducati rider in all his travelled glory. Stand back girls.

Stephano 12 Apr 2006 14:26

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Quote:

Originally Posted by simmo
With the new Hubb technology te opportunity has arisen to expose this Ducati rider in all his travelled glory. Stand back girls.

Surely this one does him more justice...?
Looks like he's ready for a night out.

dennys 15 Apr 2006 04:42

Life
 
Dave and fellow travellers of life and soul.

There is nothing strange in your post i believe. We are indeed animals, mankind in its own very particular way are among the strangest of them.
We do!!! need women, thats why we wonder so much about travelling partners. Us men cant live without women.. how could we?? we fall in love with a woman, we were born from a woman.
Women's role throghout history has always been underestimated. They have a tremendous amount of power us men dont have.
Therefore Dave, dont worry, your partner, love, lover or just friend will show up when you less expect it. But always keep in mind that travelling with someone, man, or woman is a very responsible decision. It will be then 2 brains figuring out the whole thing... or at least trying to. Be friends with that woman you find, care for her, and pay attention to all her needs that in some cases for us are a waiste of time...... they feel the exact same way about us.
Anyway, take care all you travellers out there.
I am soon going from laredo Texas US, to Ushuaia Argentina.
hope to meet with you all down the road.

live and ride with respect.... and you will live and ride the whole way.

dennys

Quote:

Originally Posted by lorraine
This is a very amusing post. I got married to someone who I thought was the perfect travelling partner, only to find out his travelling days were over if it meant sleeping away from a hotel. This is a variation of a theme I hear repeated often by my girlfriends, and other women on the road. However, it seems a number of men on this post are the more adventuresome type, and have difficulty finding adventuresome ladies. So why aren't these two LARGE groups of singles getting it together?? I wonder if maybe the real problem is people doing this kind of thing march, drive or ride to a different drummer? I mean let's face it, we're a small portion of the population. Those who are 'out here' are probably fairly independent and have a specific travel/life agenda. And have specific requirements about who their travel partners should be.

As much as I'd love to travel with a partner, going solo means you get your way ALL the time. It also means you do all the work, and make all the decisions. Until you meet up with others on the road, which you always do. I've decided what's most important, is to get out there. This would be fun to discuss in person with anyone who's in Central America!

Lorraine
~~~
www.LorraineChittock.com


dennys 15 Apr 2006 04:43

Life
 
Dave and fellow travellers of life and soul.

There is nothing strange in your post i believe. We are indeed animals, mankind in its own very particular way are among the strangest of them.
We do!!! need women, thats why we wonder so much about travelling partners. Us men cant live without women.. how could we?? we fall in love with a woman, we were born from a woman.
Women's role throghout history has always been underestimated. They have a tremendous amount of power us men dont have.
Therefore Dave, dont worry, your partner, love, lover or just friend will show up when you less expect it. But always keep in mind that travelling with someone, man, or woman is a very responsible decision. It will be then 2 brains figuring out the whole thing... or at least trying to. Be friends with that woman you find, care for her, and pay attention to all her needs that in some cases for us are a waiste of time...... they feel the exact same way about us.
Anyway, take care all you travellers out there.
I am soon going from laredo Texas US, to Ushuaia Argentina.
hope to meet with you all down the road.

live and ride with respect.... and you will live and ride the whole way.

dennys

Quote:

Originally Posted by lorraine
This is a very amusing post. I got married to someone who I thought was the perfect travelling partner, only to find out his travelling days were over if it meant sleeping away from a hotel. This is a variation of a theme I hear repeated often by my girlfriends, and other women on the road. However, it seems a number of men on this post are the more adventuresome type, and have difficulty finding adventuresome ladies. So why aren't these two LARGE groups of singles getting it together?? I wonder if maybe the real problem is people doing this kind of thing march, drive or ride to a different drummer? I mean let's face it, we're a small portion of the population. Those who are 'out here' are probably fairly independent and have a specific travel/life agenda. And have specific requirements about who their travel partners should be.

As much as I'd love to travel with a partner, going solo means you get your way ALL the time. It also means you do all the work, and make all the decisions. Until you meet up with others on the road, which you always do. I've decided what's most important, is to get out there. This would be fun to discuss in person with anyone who's in Central America!

Lorraine
~~~
www.LorraineChittock.com


dommiek 15 Apr 2006 17:57

Nana 3
 
Have you tried hanging out in one of the bars on Nana 3, just off Sukhimvit road in Bangkok? You'll be fighting them off !
You'll even be able to get 2 or 3 on your little Ducati......not sure if they'd be up for a long trip though.
Seriously though, It's difficult finding a girl to go pillion for more than one hour; I think you're better off looking for a lady with her own bike and convincing her to go.

sunflowers 21 Apr 2006 15:05

Confession
 
I have been following this post since I decided to do my own bike trip through the Americas. This is probably a 'girly' to say but I would much rather have met a bloke that wanted to take me along as a pillion passenger. As I prefer sitting in the passenger seat but as you can't wait for that to happen thought I better just get on and do it.

I feel like a traitor (not sure to what though) to admit that after my trip I do hope I can meet mr right, settle down and have children (c; If not, I guess there is London to India next!

It looks like from the post that there is both sexes looking for travel partners. It is a pity that a love of adventure doesn't automatically mean that you are compatible.

Annette www.argentina2alaska.co.uk

ps. Not to say that I am not looking forward to my trip. Though it might be more about having an excuse to have a year off work. I had my business case for a sabbatical all prepared to give to my boss today and he isn't in until Monday. )c:

sunflowers 15 May 2006 09:38

Along the way
 
Dave,

I would think that if you are the type of person who would do a long distance bike trip that you would have better luck finding a partner along way. I know that I always meet really interesting people when I travel.

And I take back my comment above about coming back to London and settling down. I was just excited about getting to three dates with a bloke before he came up with the excuse that we have different goals in life. Fair enough when I have my trip coming up but I have heard that reason before from guys and it surprises me as other than a few ideas about finishing my pilots license and building a glass eco-home in the bush I am pretty open to doing anything given that it is interesting.

btw - I have decided to take the easier option and start my trip in Argentina and not until nov/dec as I have to start saving again after investing in a restaurant so if you are travelling though Turkey near the Aegean Islands you could stop in Alaçati do some kite/wind surfing and pop in to see my business partner and convince her that long distance biking isn't insane. I was going to mention that she is gorgeous, single and can cook - but I don't want you to get the wrong idea about the type of business we are running ;-)

Good luck on your travels!

overlandr 28 May 2006 14:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by beddhist
Good story!

What does TDF mean?

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* Tab delimited files, a tabular data file format
* Tire Derived Fuel, recycled chipped tires burned for fuel

henryuk 29 May 2006 12:45

Given the popularity of this thread maybe the HU meets should have a 'Traffic-Light' night, you know the ones, green clothes for 'I'm available', red for I'm not available' (where does amber fit in?).

However, this could degenerate into a lot of single blokes pestering the ever elusive single adventurous female with a bike, biking seems to be fairly male-dominated!

henryuk 29 May 2006 12:55

I might have to take it all back, just had a flick through the whole thread and it seems to be about 50/50 gender split.

Grant - can I get my HU t-shirt in green for the next meet..... (just kidding)

Caminando 29 May 2006 14:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Man
Wheelie wrote Oct 2005:
___________________________________

Some thoughts that might run through a womans head when you mention riding around the world on a motorcycle:

Malaria, monte sumas revenge, snakes, spiders, bugs, scorpions, land mines, scorching heat, rain, cold, aids, powerty.....
____________________________________

You forgot leeches. :-)

Do you mean Montezuma's revenge, poverty? Maybe she thinks of none of those your list, but instead thinks " Hmmm, literacy problems....."

sunflowers 31 May 2006 10:36

Misspelt
 
Even though I have the literacy skills of a seven year old I must admit that in these days of online flirting poor grammar and spelling are quite off-putting. Thank goodness for spell checking and online dictionaries.

ps. I would have posted this privately but I was 1 post off being able to ;)

ekaphoto 1 Jun 2006 11:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by henryuk
(where does amber fit in?).
!

Short term relationship?

henryuk 2 Jun 2006 07:07

I'd heard somewhere that women often find men who are overly keen to find fault and appear fairly pedantic and nit-picking quite off-putting as well........

Samy 2 Jun 2006 08:22

Agree On This
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by simmo
Now Dave, just save that moola, fix your liitle Ducati and head off for Japan, Russia and points east. Those So Cal girls would struggle to get out of the hairdressers. Let alone getting that poor little bike to carry two! http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/wink.gif

Totally Agree On This Message.

Overlanding with a bike is more for men I think.
What is the percent of ladies over the man for overlanding?
% 1?

In this case you must have a look the specialities and characters of this %1 and try to fin out them. As Grant said may be you must go to HUBB meetings?!

Good Luck


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