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Amazing Weekend
Just echoing what everyone else had to say as well about what a great time it was. I'm only just getting to the PC now to send my comments as I have finished work- hooray  , I've got the next two days to get everything ready then I'm flying to LA at the weekend to collect Thelma (from other HU stalwarts) and I'll be riding around North America, because in theory I'm still on my home from last year's trip.
It was so good catching up with everyone, finally getting to meet Peter and Kay (after a couple of near-misses on other continents) and just chatting to all and sundry. Thanks for posting the hpotos that capture the weekend so well and Fil- don'tforget the ice cream van next year!
Many thanks to Reggie for lending Team Cabra (his brand new Serrow) for the bike picking up workshop and many thanks to the nameless guy  who volunteered to lay the bike down on the ground after each successful attempt, he was very patient with us all.
I look forward to fitting in a HU meet in the States later this year and then hopefully will be back at Ripley again next year.
See you on the road somewhere...
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Looking for Carey
Carey - meant to say that when you get your new bike if you are coming up to Scotland let us know. PM me and I'll let you have our contact details you are welcome to stay over with us or just drop in for tea! We have some nice roads round where we stay.
Rob and Anne
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Good Times
It was our 4th meeting and I'd say it was the best yet.
A big thanks to Grant, Susan, Glynn and all the volunteers and staff at Lumb Farm for making it happen.
Good to see some familiar faces and meet some new folks too. Hello Rob & Helen, and Richard, who had a Harley, now on a GS.
Such a shame Sam Manicom couldn't be there, hope the recovery is going well, Sam, We'll see you at the Ace in September, can't wait for the new book..!
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wHAT !
I think you need to get out more, or try the Isle of Man TT !
I am someone that has tried many many times and went last year and when the racing is not interrupted by the weather yes its great.You also cannot see any better racing than bike racing on public roads but even though I get cheap accommodation the ferry cost of £220 is too prohibitive.
Its no I.O.M for me again next year but definitely HU meet and perhaps one further afield some time.Blimey it must have been good because I am even thinking about flogging the Blackbird and getting an Adventure bike.
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the roast was good and much needed thanks Reggie.now im missing loading up them panniers each day.bring on the next trip and HU meeting
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Hi all, just signed up to say what a great event this was, I really enjoyed it and hope to hit a few more in the future. There were only two problems that I can complain about, one already mentioned..
a) The sewage. It was on the very spot I'd chosen to put up my floorless tent on arrival, but luckily my mates parked their bikes there just to annoy me so I had to go a few yards to the right. Only for that I'd have been waking up literally in the sh#t, as there was no indication of the problem on the first day and it appeared overnight, so I would not have been a happy camper at all. As it was I just moved uphill a bit before it flooded me but the stink was still very unpleasant.
b) The sun. Get rid of it, more  please ! As a west coast of Ireland Paddy I can't be having it 
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Forgot to post the:
Tyre Changing Competition Results:
This was a tough challenge - on and off, a stiff old sports bike tyre, a wide tubeless rim, and only short tyre levers and a bit of soap to do it with. Competitors were dripping with sweat after struggling with the rock hard tyre!
Winner of a Horizons Unlimited £50 gift certificate (redeemable at the TravelDri booth): Ciaran McFerran, in 5:39.
Second Place, a £20 gift certificate redeemable at the TravelDri booth: Richard Tibbets, in 6:32.
Other competitors were Bram Dumolin in third, and Dermot Moriarty in fourth.
Think you could do it faster? See you next year then! 
Bike SHOW!
New for this year, the first HU Travel Bike Show!
There was a VERY interesting collection of bikes on display, so a great success, and we'll be doing it again next year.
2010 Winners: (Ortleib DryBag)
Most Unsuitable - Winner: Rollo Turner - 1948 Panther
Most Stickered - Winner: Peter and Kay Forwood's Harley-Davidson
Best Modification - Winners: The Freezer/Fridge baskets on the 2 Honda CB500's owned by John Goode and Simon Bird
Most Travelled - Winner: Peter and Kay Forwood's Harley-Davidson
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Originally Posted by BillyBobski
Hi all, just signed up to say what a great event this was, I really enjoyed it and hope to hit a few more in the future. There were only two problems that I can complain about, one already mentioned..
a) The sewage. It was on the very spot I'd chosen to put up my floorless tent on arrival, but luckily my mates parked their bikes there just to annoy me so I had to go a few yards to the right. Only for that I'd have been waking up literally in the sh#t, as there was no indication of the problem on the first day and it appeared overnight, so I would not have been a happy camper at all. As it was I just moved uphill a bit before it flooded me but the stink was still very unpleasant.
b) The sun. Get rid of it, more please ! As a west coast of Ireland Paddy I can't be having it |
Sorry about the sewage  it's been mentioned several times, and we're on it! Seems to be an overload problem - we're their biggest event.
Sun - you just picked a bad year, usually we manage to make the Irish quite happy!
Great to hear everyone had a good time, we were worried in the days before that something major would go wrong - and some did - but we were lucky and with a lot of help got them all sorted in time.
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For my fourth HU UK meeting I crossed over to the 'other side' becoming a presenter! Really enjoyed that and it was another top meeting.
If anyone is interested my presentation can be downloaded from here:
Paul Read - View from the saddle and select the 'View From The Saddle: the tips and tricks I learnt' link
And for those of you who are still thinking about it the SpectroTeste Inverter was just a joke!
Paul aka Karter257
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Found Carey!
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Originally Posted by XRM
Carey - meant to say that when you get your new bike if you are coming up to Scotland let us know. PM me and I'll let you have our contact details you are welcome to stay over with us or just drop in for tea! We have some nice roads round where we stay.
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Hello again. I'm always up for a cup of tea. It was good to meet you and I'm hoping it is the first of many. You are always welcome to visit me in Chandlers Ford/Southampton
Carey
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Search for Carey is over
Carey - sent you a PM.
Rob
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Enjoyed it whilst been drained of energy.
I video'd Austins gig, got his permission but he added 'not to go on youtube' ..I've a Vimeo account so everything is okay.
However 45minutes might be pushing my luck for an upload
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I video'd Austins gig, got his permission but he added 'not to go on youtube' ..I've a Vimeo account so everything is okay.
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I missed it so I'd love a chance to see it.  Break it up into 10min segments, upload and post the link for it here. Cheers. 
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...and Fil- don'tforget the ice cream van next year!
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You bring the sunshine again Tiff and I'll make good on my ice cream promise 
Enjoy your journey home - good to see you again if all too briefly as ever.
A big thanks to all for a great event.
Special thanks to Daniel and his delightful family for really getting into the spirit of the event and for their refreshing company and invaluable assistance down at Roadkill HQ. It was great to have you there and I hope we'll have the pleasure again next year.
Another big thanks to Si who also played a big part in making sure Danny didn't end up doing all the work this year and who was also head chef in charge of the game stew.
On a personal note, I didn't do half as much this year as I had hoped due to life getting in the way - but next year there are some plans for some new demonstrations at the Roadkill. Some were due this year and didn't happen (sorry) and others might come courtesy of a new found volunteer who shall remain nameless for now (just in case he can't make it next year!) - but you know who you are, and thanks for showing me cordage techniques with nettles 
Oh, and there will be ice cream...
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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.
"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)
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Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes.
(ONLY US RESIDENTS and currently has a limit of 60 days.)
Ripcord Evacuation Insurance is available for ALL nationalities.
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!
Every book a diary
Every chapter a day
Every day a journey
Refreshingly honest and compelling tales: the hights and lows of a life on the road. Solo, unsupported, budget journeys of discovery.
Authentic, engaging and evocative travel memoirs, overland, around the world and through life.
All 8 books available from the author or as eBooks and audio books
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.
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.
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helps answer the question - Why Go? Inspirational stories by veteran travellers Greg Frazier (5 times RTW), Peter and Kay Forwood (193 countries), Tiffany Coates (Mongolia Mayhem) and Rene Cormier (University of Gravel Roads).
Get Ready! covers planning, paperwork, medical and many other topics! "Inspirational and Awesome!" See the trailer here!
What stuff do I need - riding gear, clothing, camping gear, first aid kit, tires, maps and GPS? What don't I need? How do I pack it all in? Lots of opinions from over 150 travellers!
Ladies on the Loose! For the first time ever, a motorcycle travel DVD made for women, by women! These intrepid women share their tips to help you plan your own motorcycle adventure. They also answer the women-only questions, and entertain you with amazing tales from the road! Presented by Lois Pryce, veteran solo traveller through South America and Africa and author of 'Lois on the Loose', and 'Red Tape and White Knuckles.'
Cotton or synth sweat-wicking t-shirts with the cool Horizons Unlimited graphic on the front and a snappy slogan (changing every year) on the back.
Show your route on your panniers. Great conversation starter when you meet people on the road!
Motorcycle and travel books to inspire and inform you!
The definitive guide to planning your motorcycle adventure! This insanely ambitious 2-year project has produced an informative and entertaining 5-part, 18 hour video series. "The ultimate round the world rider's how-to!" MCN UK.
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