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  1. Debbie and Peter at The Rosscourt, welcomed Lewis and Pete Spencer

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    ... with friends to the hotelThey were due to come down on their motorbikes. Sadly the British weather was not at its best and they resorted to the car. During their stay, Debbie discovered that Pete and Lewis had organised a motorbike ride in aid of the Friends of The Wisdom Hospice in Kent.

    They sadly lost their father in September 2016. The hospice is a charity close to Debbie’s heart, as she to lost her dad there, in 2007. Debbie raises money for the hospice through sending overnight holiday vouchers to them for raffles, collecting small change from guests through the year and Debbie’s children’s book “The Adventures of Mr Rusty Futteridge in Bournemouth” has been selling in the hotel and £1 of every sale donated to the hospice.

    It was a shame not to have seen the group on their bikes, however they kindly have allowed us to share their photo, outside of the hospice in Rochester Kent from their charity bike ride. (Pete and Lewis are on the right of the photo) Motorbike ride in aid of the Friends of The Wisdom Hospice in Kent

    The Rosscourt welcomes Bikers from all over the country and Europe. Free on site parking, en-suite comfortable rooms with plenty of space for all the motorbike equipment and flexible breakfast options, makes it an ideal location for rest and relaxation or a base to explore the Dorset countryside and beaches.

    www.therosscourtbedandbreakfast.co.uk 

  2. On Book Lovers Day - Books that have inspired you to ride, travel or even fix your beloved Motorbike...

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    We recently asked the member of our facebook group, which books have inspired you to ride, travel or even fix your beloved Motorbike...

    Wondering if it was Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, Jupiter's Travels, Race to Dakar (Charley Boorman), the very funny Bonjour! Is This Italy? or one of four great Adventure Motorcycle Travel Books by Sam Manicom? Or maybe even our own book from THE BIKER GUIDE

    Here are the results 

    Touching the World: A Blind Woman, Two Wheels and 25,000 Miles - Cathy Birchall and Bernard Smith (15 votes)     Touching the World - A Blind Woman, Two Wheels, 25,000 miles

    Jupiter's Travels - Ted Simon (9 votes)

    In Search of Greener Grass - Graham Field (5 votes)

    Into Africa - Sam Manicom (5 votes)

    Lois On The Loose - Lois Pryce (3 votes)

    These Are The Days That Must Happen To You - Dan Walsh (3 votes)

    Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance (3 votes)

    and THE BIKER GUIDE book (3 votes) (we are honoured to be mentioned)

    Other books mentioned were 

    Old Man On A Bike - Simon Gandolfi 

    The Long Ride Home - Nathan Millward

    Notes from the Road Vol IV - Derek Mansfield

    Running with the Moon - Jonny Bealby

    Gone Riding - Dom Giles

    Is That You Angus? - Fergus O'Connel

    Without Let or Hindrance - Dick Powell

    Race To Dakar - Charley Boorman

    Bonjour! Is This Italy?: A Hapless Biker's Guide to Europe - Kevin Turner

    Red Tape and White Knuckles - Lois Pryce

    See our section for travel books 

     

    Book Lovers Day - Books that have inspired you to ride, travel and fix your

  3. Superb Isle of Man TT 2017 Official Review now on the shelves in DVD & Blu-ray formats

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    With the release of the Official Review on DVD, Blu-ray and Download fans can now enjoy the spectacular racing from the 2017 edition of the Isle of Man TT once more, this time from the comfort of their favourite armchair.

    The review brings together the best moments from North One TV’s spectacular coverage to produce a comprehensive story of a fortnight of dramatic action.

    Also included alongside the race action are the full post-race press conferences, showing riders’ adrenaline-soaked reactions to victory in the raw.

    2017 saw a whole host of memorable feats, including that sensational 117+mph lap from the Birchall brothers, the first Superbike win at the TT for Suzuki since 2008 and a brilliant run of five podium finishes by Peter Hickman – not bad for a rider who’d had none before TT 2017!

    All of this, and much, much more, is featured in the four-hour review, which was shot in HD throughout. There is full coverage of each of the sidecar and solo races.

    The review is available on DVD (in US-friendly NTSC and European compliant PAL), on Blu-ray and as an HD download. All formats can be ordered through the official Isle of Man TT Shop at iomtt.com. Worldwide standard delivery is free.


  4. Four Beautiful Summer Biking Routes Across Europe

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    Four Beautiful Summer Biking Routes Across EuropeWhile there isn’t as much space for nature in Europe as in Australia or North America, the diversity across the continent both historically and in terms of natural landscapes make it an incredible place to tour. From natural landmarks to cultural heritage sites, the Old Continent boasts some fantastic routes for bikers looking to explore new territory. 

    Below are just some of the most beautiful summer biking routes throughout Europe that include national parks, mountain ranges, coastal scenery and plenty more!

    Ring of Kerry, Ireland

    Ireland is home to some of the greenest and most beautiful coastal landscapes in Northern Europe, and one of the best ways to soak in the beauty is biking along The Ring of Kerry. This countryside trail is a circular road that starts in Killarney and moves along the Iveragh Peninsula. 

    While tour buses and larger vehicles tend to struggle to maneuver through the sharp turns, for bikers the road is perfect for quick maneuvers, fun curves and breathtaking scenery.

    Col de la Bonette, France

    France may be best known for great cheese, fine wine and the Eiffel Tower, but its countryside and mountainous landscapes are also well worth a look. If you find yourself in France over the summer then the Col de la Bonette, which is a road surrounding a 2,860m mountain the French Alps, takes you through the Mercantour National Park and some of the most beautiful terrain in the country.  

    It is not only the highest paved route in the entire Alp mountain range, but it is also the peak section of the Tour de France route. Not to mention the fact that this road takes you right to the Italian-French border, where you can continue your travels into Italy! 

    Czech Paradise: Turnov to Jicin

    If you wander about a hundred kilometers away from Prague you will find yourself on the banks of the Jizera River at the heart of Czech Paradise, also known as Bohemian Paradise. Not only is this a UNESCO protected park since 1955, but this road between Turnov and Jicin takes you through some distinctive landscapes peppered with unique rock formations unlike any you’ll find in the entire region. 

    While the road to Czech Paradise is one of the most well-known biking routes in the country, if you drive around 100km in the other direction from Prague you’ll find yourself in Rozvadov. This small town is not only home to some of the biggest casino events in the country, but the road there also covers some beautiful Czech landscapes and rural villages.  

    From AutoZug in Hamburg, to Djursland, Denmark

    Germany’s Autobahn will not only take you across the country at maximum speed, but if you take the route from Hamburg to the Danish city of Djursland you will also witness the hilly beauty of Jutland’s Mols Bejrge National Park.  

    From swamps and farmland to thick forest and beaches you get a bit of everything along the AutoZug road. This tour is one of the most diverse in Central Europe and is a real treat for nature lovers looking to get a bit of everything in one pleasant ride.