From Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine

The ride from Punta Arenas is a gusty one, and a quick stop at a roadside café for a warm drink is rushed as the winds get even stronger…so off we go to Puerto Natales in hopes of just getting… Read More ›

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Chile’s Carretera Austral – Part 2

As we move further south we ride through some construction zones. I have mixed feelings about the road paving going on – it will help tourism but also will increase traffic here.  I love the idea of Chilenos coming to… Read More ›

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Rapa Nui – Isla de Pascua, Chile (aka Easter Island) – Part 3

We hike from our campsite near Hanga Roa to the top of Rano Kao crater to see the crate and the lagoon inside it from above, and then carry on to the village of Orongo.  This village wasn’t a normal… Read More ›

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12/02/2014 – 516 days/45874 miles

Even though I easily could’ve spent a few more days in Takaka, I had to get on the road and find a new spot where I surely could’ve spent a week rather than just two nights. I looped around to … Continue reading →

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11/30/2014 – 514 days/45416 miles

This one’s just a continuation of my time in Takaka… The one long hike I did was to the top of Parapara Peak. It’s a great option for a long day out, and it must not see too much traffic, … Continue reading →

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04/19/2014 – 289 days/25618 miles

After a change of plans, I decided to head southwest from Kota Bharu, to Merapoh, one of the entrances to the Taman Negara National Park. On the ride there (which included some wonderful riding that continues to amaze me), I … Continue reading →

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03/05/2014 – 244 days/21885 miles

From Phonsavan, I had a long day of riding to get to Ban Nahin, which is near the Kong Lo cave (Tham Kong Lo) I’m starting to find that as soon as you get off the few main roads in … Continue reading →

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03/01/2014 – 240 days/21308 miles

The ride from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang, and the surrounding area, might have me convinced that Laos is one of the most beautiful places I’ve been. And the food at all their little roadside restaurants is amazing as well … Continue reading →

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02/23/2014 – 234 days/20922 miles

Vang Vieng is an interesting place. The landscape is absolutely beautiful, and there are endless possibilities for what one could do while visiting. Unfortunately, however, pretty much all that the place has become is a huge party. Don’t get me … Continue reading →

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