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Discussion in 'Rideouts, Trackdays, Touring & Spotted' started by Vulpes, Jul 7, 2022.

  1. Wessa

    Wessa Cruising

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    Bad luck James. Hopefully they have got to you by now.
     
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  2. Vulpes

    Vulpes Confused Member

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    Short-ish ride today, about 80 miles. Weather cheered up no end, so we were happy bunnies. A littlle stop on the way.
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    On to the next stop, making some progress... ;)
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    After that it was on to our hotel, where Steve checked us in and we bu@@ered off to Andorra for some lunch.
    Coming back we parked our bikes in the courtyard.
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    Pretty terrace.
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    Nice avenue in town.
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    And now, this will come as no surprise... :laughing:
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  3. Vulpes

    Vulpes Confused Member

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    Today's route.
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  4. Wessa

    Wessa Cruising

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    What the feck can I add, great summary @Vulpes :)
     
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  5. Wessa

    Wessa Cruising

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    Today we did a 100 loop out and back to the hotel. It was excellent riding.
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  6. Wessa

    Wessa Cruising

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    Here are a couple of picture at the hotel and from one of the many viewing platforms .
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  7. Vulpes

    Vulpes Confused Member

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    Yep, today was pretty awesome. Great riding, fantastic views. 20220915_093432.jpg
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    Nearly got ran off the road in the twisties by a bunch of hooligans in Lamborghinis/Ferraris/Porsches though. Absolute tw@ts.
    Bikes safely back at the hotel.
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    Thirsty now!
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  8. Vulpes

    Vulpes Confused Member

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    It's all very trying mate! :joy:
     
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  9. BonnieCat

    BonnieCat Crème de la Crème

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    Just catching up on the trip, looks like you guys are having a great time. Wish I was with you.
     
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  10. Vulpes

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    #110 Vulpes, Sep 16, 2022
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    This morning I said my goodbyes to Steve with whom I had a great week, and set off to France.
    I got out of Andorra over the mountains rather than the tunnel. Sadly no piccies as the pass was covered in clouds.
    Further down the scenery was quite different from the last week.
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    From there it was swift N - roads to St. Jean de Minervois, where a mate has a B&B. My digs are quite luxureous, and the views stunning.
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    Had a great meal, and an excellent time catching up over a couple of drams.
     
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  11. Vulpes

    Vulpes Confused Member

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    Today's route, 160 miles.
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  12. Wessa

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    Yep had to say goodbye to Wim (@Vulpes) on Friday morning. As he has said a brilliant week of riding, eating and drinking. It cannot be beaten.
    I decided I would not ride on Friday, instead I chilled out for the day. I took the bike to a jet wash as it was filthy and gave it a clean, got fuel in preparation for my trip back to Jaca today (Saturday).

    On Friday evening I was invited to dinner by two Swiss bikers who Wim and I had met the previous day. There English was far better than my Swiss, so we got a long just fine. Fed and water we headed back to the hotel for a farewell drink.
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    Reto is on my right and Franz is on my left. A great couple of guy’s who like all of us love biking.
     
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  13. BonnieCat

    BonnieCat Crème de la Crème

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    That’s what it’s all about Steve. Safe ride home
     
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  14. Wessa

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    I’ve lost count of days, but having said goodbye to Wim yesterday I set of for Jaca today. Another lively ride out of the mountains and into the foothills again.
    Thanks Nikki:)
     
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  15. Wessa

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    Today (Saturday) I headed for Jaca once again. The day started quite cold having me wish I had put my lining my in my jacket. Anyway it warmed up my mid morning adding to another wonderful ride in and around the foothills of the Pyrenees.
    I eventually got to my hotel, checked in and headed into town for some food.
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    Only two more days left on my trip as tomorrow I head towards Santander ready for my ferry on Monday.
     
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  16. Vulpes

    Vulpes Confused Member

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    After an excellent nights sleep I had a quiet coffee outside. Fantastic morning view.
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    Had breakfast with and said goodbye to my mate, and off I went.
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    Next stop was the Millau Viaduct, which I'd wanted to see. Very impressive.
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    I then just rode on until I got tired. Booked a room in Chalon-sur-Saome, just south of Dijon. Now I'm happily watching the world go by...
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    Today's route, 335 miles. Off to Germany tomorrow.
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  17. BonnieCat

    BonnieCat Crème de la Crème

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    Make the most of those blue skies, Wim. It’s awful weather here at the moment, windy and heavy rain.
     
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  18. Vulpes

    Vulpes Confused Member

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    Yes, I saw that Nikki - I'll be riding into the rain in Germany tomorrow I'm afraid...
     
  19. BonnieCat

    BonnieCat Crème de la Crème

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    Be careful riding Wim
     
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  20. Vulpes

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    #120 Vulpes, Sep 18, 2022
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    Hit the road today to a clear and sunny (if chilly) morning.
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    Today's trip should have been 325 miles to a mate in Germany. However, when nearly there, he cancelled due to an emergency.
    Nice scenery there.
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    This left me with a choice - find a hotel there, or push on home. An additional 200 miles.
    Still feeling fit, I opted for the latter.
    Unfortunately an hour in it started to rain, which did not let up until nearly home. When I got home mrs V had already opened the garage door for me and put out dry clothes... :heart:

    A bit of a haul today... 525 miles.
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    Safe home though, having travelled a total of 2.596 miles
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    It's been a brilliant trip, thanks so much to Steve @Wessa for his excellent company and riding tips.

    Vulpes signing off.
     
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