Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Planning, Trip > Travellers Seeking Travellers
Travellers Seeking Travellers Meet up with other travellers on the road, or find someone to travel with to the ends of the earth!
Photo by Daniel Rintz, Himba children, Namibia

The only impossible journey
is the one
you never begin

Photo by Daniel Rintz,
Himba children, Namibia



Like Tree2Likes

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 15 May 2011
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 15
Mexico-Central America-South America

Hey there everyone, names Noah, and im planning a trip leaving in October from LA into mexico through central america then into south america. Im still planning and outfitting my KLR-650 for the trip. Im from miami and have a basic grasp of spanish and the customs and traditions of south america. Im very laid back and down to earth and am in no rush! I plan on doing miles but stopping anywhere fun or cool to hang out and meet people, hike, surf, explore, fish, boat, party, or just have a few cold ones It'd be great knowing other people biking through around this time either as a travel buddy or the occasional meet up pal while on the trip. I get along with anybody and everybody and love having a good time. Also if there are any veterans of this kinda trip i'd love to hear from ya for any tips or advice. reach me here or at my email- noahorth (at) hotmail .com
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 15 May 2011
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: New Zealand
Posts: 27
Hey Noah
Im arriving Guatemala October and buying a bike (prob a KLR ) and heading to Ushuaia , leaving Guatemala prob mid to end Oct . So keep in touch as to where you are at the time and maybe we can catch up somewhere and have a .I started the trip last July in Alaska and only got to Guatemala , broke my leg and had to go back to NZ .
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 16 May 2011
Guillaume's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Montreal, Canada
Posts: 116
I'll be leaving Montreal on a my mighty KLR on the 17th of october and going all the way to Ushuaia.

It seems there will be a few KLR going south this year.

I'm sure we could all arrange our own little HU meeting somewhere along the way...
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 18 May 2011
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 15
Sounds great. Im planning on leaving Florida late September and maybe hang out in LA for a bit before i leave. Ill definitely stay in touch as it would be great to start off with some people.
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 19 May 2011
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: London, UK
Posts: 6
Hi all,

I'm planning on leaving the UK in October / November for Columbia. I'll be buying a bike there hopefully (probably KLR or similar) - anyone any experience of doing this?

Guillaume - I got your PM, thanks.

I'd definitely be up for meeting up with all or some of you - When do you think you'd be reaching Columbia?

Cheers,
Joe
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 20 May 2011
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: New Zealand
Posts: 27
Hey Joe I should be in Columbia mid November Keep in touch
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 21 May 2011
Guillaume's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Montreal, Canada
Posts: 116
Quote:
Originally Posted by Swin View Post
Hi all,

I'd definitely be up for meeting up with all or some of you - When do you think you'd be reaching Columbia?
I think I would be reaching Columbia around mid-december.

Let's keep in touch !
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 21 May 2011
charapashanperu's Avatar
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Huanuco, Peru, SA
Posts: 671
Everyone can use a hand!

Hey Noah,

I have been riding in Peru for 20 years, even as recently as last Aug and can give you up-to-date info on roads, places to stay (did 5,000 KM just within Peru June-Aug 2010) and contacts. Glad to help.

Toby
__________________
http://www.aroundtheblockmotoadventures.com/
'We build the bike (in Peru) for your Epic Ride of South America.'
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 27 May 2011
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 5
Hey I would like to keep in touch with you guys.

My wife and I are riding from Kelowna, BC to the bottom...
We plan to cross from the US into Mexico first week in Nov.
It would be good to meet up along the way and share experiences.

PM me if you want to get a dialogue going...
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 31 May 2011
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Calgary
Posts: 34
If all goes per plan I will also be leaving this fall (Oct/Nov) for.. well, however far south I want to go. Panama for sure, but I would love to do northern S.A. (Peru has been on my mind).
__________________
"Old enough to know better, young enough to not care"
2003 Honda XR650R, 2005 Aprilia RSV1000R, 2008 KTM 250XC
Reply With Quote
  #11  
Old 3 Jun 2011
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Posts: 6
a possible Riding Bud

Hi Noah

i will be doing this same thing from L.A./ California through Mex Central and south from sometime in October too.

i am also looking for some one to ride with through Mexico cos have heard bad stories from some people about kidnapping etc..

i see you are in Miami. i will be coming through there in the next couple of weeks i am at the Grand Canyon at the mo, heading down the south coast to Florida

maybe we could meet up somewhere to discuss.. or just pm me back on this or musicrunsthru AT hotmail DOT COM

James
Reply With Quote
  #12  
Old 6 Jun 2011
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Posts: 1
Thumbs up South America in November November

Catching the baja 1000 in november then heading south after that. I'm outfitting a dr650 right now for the trip. Did ca.to Alaska and back summer of 2010 on a 1200gs. Ready for the trip down south. May have a friend to go half way, not sure yet. Hope to see some of you on the road.
Ryan
Reply With Quote
  #13  
Old 7 Jun 2011
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Medellín, Colombia
Posts: 4
Hello everyone!
I'm from Colombia and I'll be riding alone on a R1200 GSA from Houston to Panama starting July 3rd. It would be excellent to find some company! Got only 1 month vacation though.

Can help anyone with info from Colombia.
Reply With Quote
  #14  
Old 7 Jun 2011
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: San Diego
Posts: 77
Heading south in November. Bornracer sent you a PM.
Reply With Quote
  #15  
Old 13 Jun 2011
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Milwaukee
Posts: 16
Slow poke.

Sounds like I'll be a little bit behind all of you.
I'm shooting to leave Wisconsin in early November (before the blizzards hopefully!) I'll be heading towards Ushuaia on my old CB.

Would love to run into anyone heading my way. I'll even try to keep up!

-Cruise
Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Should I change plans???? May-Jul Mexico/Central America/South America bmorales Travellers' Advisories, Safety and Security on the Road 7 3 Apr 2011 03:10
Mexico central and south america january 09 seanone Travellers Seeking Travellers 4 3 Nov 2008 16:55
GPS for Mexico, Central and South America guruzer TRAVEL Hints and Tips 10 8 Oct 2007 18:57
Mexico, Central, South America, Aug 05-March06 seattlepaul Travellers Seeking Travellers 3 30 Jul 2005 23:39
Mexico-Central/South America 2004 Sig Taylor Travellers Seeking Travellers 7 13 Aug 2003 04:08

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now
, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

HU Event and other updates on the HUBB Forum "Traveller's Advisories" thread.
ALL Dates subject to change.

2024:

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

HUBBUK: info

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.




All times are GMT +1. The time now is 16:39.