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This outfit in the Vancouver area stocks Mitas tires: MX1 CANADA Dual Sport : Rally : Enduro : Motocross
Thanks Island Hopper, just placed an order with them. They were out of stock of rear E07 so got an E10 Dakar? Never used on before, this will be a good test
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Thanks heaps for putting us up Bob, much appreciated, hope we can return the favour some day
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If you go through western Washington would love to have you stop by and maybe I can skip out for a day or two to show you some good roads.
We are outside of Chehalis Washington.
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G'day, Glen.

Can I ask how you got such a long tourist visa? We're currently in South America, about to try to extend our 'normal' 90 days.

Seems they slog you with around $300 each, non-refundable, to try! So, I'm certainly hoping we're successful, though only request 5 months.

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We needed to apply in our country of residence, Australia.... it was a drawn out process that included a series of short personal interviews over a 45 minute period in Sydney (we lived in Brisbane). We then got to choose between a 1 or 5 year Visa.
Preceding all this we filled out a mega application form online that took hours to complete

Not sure how or if you can extend it remotely???? There is a Q and A Section on the US Embassy web site, might be a good idea to start there and get an idea if they think you might be successful?

Let me know how you go
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G'day, Glen.

Can I ask how you got such a long tourist visa? We're currently in South America, about to try to extend our 'normal' 90 days.

Seems they slog you with around $300 each, non-refundable, to try! So, I'm certainly hoping we're successful, though only request 5 months.

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G'day Glen, I am watching your travels with interest, as we plan on doing the US & Alaska next year or so. Just doing the homework now & gettin' a hard on for it already
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G'day Glen, I am watching your travels with interest, as we plan on doing the US & Alaska next year or so. Just doing the homework now & gettin' a hard on for it already
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Gee Grant, I think I'm errr ..... flattered sort of .....

Flick me any questions you may have
Looks like we'll still be here next year, hope to see you on the road

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We needed to apply in our country of residence, Australia.... it was a drawn out process that included a series of short personal interviews over a 45 minute period in Sydney (we lived in Brisbane). We then got to choose between a 1 or 5 year Visa.
Preceding all this we filled out a mega application form online that took hours to complete

Not sure how or if you can extend it remotely???? There is a Q and A Section on the US Embassy web site, might be a good idea to start there and get an idea if they think you might be successful?

Let me know how you go
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Ended up with 5 year visa too, after a 3 minute interview. 24 hours later, visa. That was in Quito.

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Ended up with 5 year visa too, after a 3 minute interview. 24 hours later, visa. That was in Quito.

Excellent news, see you on the road. Safe travels
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Currently camped at the Harley Dealer in Anchorage for the night. Then heading Sth to Homer etc etc tomorrow

Anyone else near these parts???
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Hello there from Montana. Still have camping space here in Helena Mt. midway between Glacier and Yellowstone.
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Hello Bill, I remember you. You helped me plan a short 12000 mile route for a previous Canada US trip in '06
We intend to head Sth through Montana so I'll give you a shout and see what you are up to. Will give you as much notice as possible
Now where to find cold in Homer AK ???

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Where are you guys now? I'm in Tuscon Arizona. Fellow Aussie here just riding around
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Where are you guys now? I'm in Tuscon Arizona. Fellow Aussie here just riding around
Will leave Anchorage Alaska tomorrow and head via Tok to Haines and Skagway
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Just spent 3 nights with the most amazing couple, you opened your home to us and spoilt us rotten. You've given us memories that will last a life time. Oh that comfy bed.... I hope our paths cross so we can return the favour, thank you


Now to tackle the "Road to the Sun" Montana tomorrow, I'm excited

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Glen...Red Deer is in Central Alberta, an hour and a half north of Calgary.
Weather's been rough all over. Head to the Okanagan in southern BC for some heat and great wine. Also interior Oregon should be warming. Maybe send me a PM and we can discuss things further.
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