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The road to Machu Picchu – Days 1 & 2 of 3

Posted on January 21, 2012 by greg

I did not want to be visiting Machu Picchu alone. It is supposed to be an amazing place, something better shared. But, everything happens for a reason and given the route I took to get here I think it is … Continue reading →

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Leaving Lima

Posted on January 17, 2012 by greg

It has been an interesting couple of weeks in Lima. The parts I ordered have not arrived, I lost my bank card and now my front tire has developed a slow leak. Bank card issue has been resolved, I had … Continue reading →

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Dakar Peru

Posted on January 14, 2012 by greg

  Dakar Peru   Hours waiting in the hot desert sun, moment of high speed excitement. Took the time between the high speed moments to get some sun and write a long overdue letter to a friend. Pen and paper … Continue reading →

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Road Quotes

Posted on January 8, 2012 by greg

People that I meet on the road often say some strange things to me. Here are a few. “Your bike won’t make it to Prudhoe Bay” – Canada April 2011 “You must have really, really big Balls, Amigo, try to … Continue reading →

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Yes, Yes I would !!

Posted on January 6, 2012 by greg

So tired. Why can’t I sleep if I am this tired? I have slept 5 hours in the past 4 days, not good. I know I need to sleep but I just can’t seem to find the right bed. This … Continue reading →

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Oasis of my Soul – A Man and his Dog

Posted on January 5, 2012 by greg

Every so often people enter your life and make a real impact. On my journey this has happened frequently, it is the people that I have met along the way that make for the greatest stories and have had a … Continue reading →

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Photosfrom Northern Peru

Posted on January 4, 2012 by greg
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New Year’s Day ride

Posted on January 2, 2012 by greg

I left early on New Year’s Day and began heading south towards Lima. There was no traffic that early as I am sure everyone was nursing a hangover from the previous night’s celebration. It is a new year today, but … Continue reading →

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Desert to Mountains – Northern Peru

Posted on December 29, 2011 by greg

With such an easy border crossing into Peru I had a full day of riding in front of me. The sun was shining, no rain clouds in sight, and the weather was perfect for riding.  The roads were also perfect, … Continue reading →

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Entering Peru

Posted on December 27, 2011 by greg

I entered Peru through the small town of Huaquillas today in what had to be the easiest border crossing ever. Stamp out of Ecuador, drive 4 kilometers to Peru, fill out a simple form for the bike, drive around the … Continue reading →

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