We're Almost Off....

This is my last post before we go. The planning and anticipation is over, and it's almost time for action as Fish, Steve, Marcelo and myself count down the last few days before we head off on the great adventure. There is a small chance that an issue at work could delay my departure, and I’m hopeful it will be resolved. At 8.00 am on Saturday 14th March we ride off, with Mt Gambier being the first leg of our trip. Unfortunately the weather forecast is for showers, so we may have a wet start to the trip.


The showers in Victoria have helped control the devastating fires, and part of our journey will be through affected areas. I expect it to be an unsettling experience, as we pass through areas where people have lost everything, including family members, while we enjoy a holiday. The floods in Queensland have subsided to a point where all roads that we are hoping to take are open with caution. Tropical Cyclone Hamish, which developed a few days ago, does not seem to have closed roads yet, and is still off shore and weakening. We will monitor conditions carefully as we get closer to the affected areas, and avoid them if wind and rain make conditions dangerous.


Here's a couple of photos of my Yamaha XJR1300 fully loaded and ready to go.















I have a little Teddy Bear who has always traveled with me, and he sits on top of the headlight and behind the windscreen where he gets a good view of the road ahead.

I ask that you remember not only us in your prayers, but also our wives and families at home who will be worrying about our welfare.


Watch this space as the adventure now unfolds.......
Pete "Keeping the shiny side up"