Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Planning, Trip > Travellers Seeking Travellers
Dragon Rally Feb 2010 Dragon Rally Feb 2010
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
Travellers Seeking Travellers Meet up with other travellers on the road, or find someone to travel with to the ends of the earth!
Photo by Andy Miller, UK, Taking a rest, Jokulsarlon, Iceland

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Andy Miller, UK,
Taking a rest,
Jokulsarlon, Iceland



Reply
Page 1 of 3 1 23
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 14 Dec 2009
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: southampton england
Posts: 105
Dragon Rally Feb 2010
I'm going to the dragon rally in north wales . Was wondering if anyone else was going. My first time at the dragon any advise welcom.
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 15 Dec 2009
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: West Yorkshire UK
Posts: 1,785
If it's on Anglesey again (again again again), prepare for galeforce winds.Apart from that just turn up, have a walk round and talk to as many people as you can. I think in ten years there's been one Dragon you might consider a bit nasty weather wise, so while it's worth checking the forecast there's no need to dig out the studs and Swedeish ski frames.

I won't be there this year, heading for the Elefant and can't get out again a week later. Look for the Thumper Club guys they always give a warm welcome to anyone who's not been before.

Andy
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 15 Dec 2009
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Nottingham U.K.
Posts: 96
Steve,I will be there.Hopefully we can meet up for a .
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 15 Dec 2009
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: southampton england
Posts: 105
Quote:
Originally Posted by trophydave View Post
Steve,I will be there.Hopefully we can meet up for a .
Hi dave thanks for the reply . Lookout for red dl650 vstrom with ali boxs and HU stickers
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 16 Dec 2009
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: N.Yorkshire
Posts: 336
Hope to be there on the venerable cub90, there will be a few c90's there. Come and say hello!!
__________________
Harley Davidsons,
The most effective way of turning petrol into noise without the side-effect of horsepower
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 16 Dec 2009
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Ramsden Heath, Essex, England
Posts: 53
There are other rallies you know. Mayflower MCC Home
__________________
Graham & Elaine

GL1800 Motor Trike 2+2, one here, one there.

http://www.mayflowermcc.co.uk/butlers/
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 21 Dec 2009
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Dec 2007
Posts: 122
Myself & a couple of mates have got our tickets. We're leaving the KTM's at home and coming on C90's I hope to have my sidecar fitted by then!

We're all first timers.
Is there a bar or do we bring our own booze??
Same Same for Food???


Cheers
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 21 Dec 2009
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: southampton england
Posts: 105
Quote:
Originally Posted by exrm193 View Post
Myself & a couple of mates have got our tickets. We're leaving the KTM's at home and coming on C90's I hope to have my sidecar fitted by then!

We're all first timers.
Is there a bar or do we bring our own booze??
Same Same for Food???


Cheers
your combo sounds mad [but then we must all be mad] I'm taking my own bar look me up for a drink . steve
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 22 Dec 2009
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: West Yorkshire UK
Posts: 1,785
Quote:
Originally Posted by exrm193 View Post
Myself & a couple of mates have got our tickets. We're leaving the KTM's at home and coming on C90's I hope to have my sidecar fitted by then!

We're all first timers.
Is there a bar or do we bring our own booze??
Same Same for Food???


Cheers
Usually you'll be offered hot soup when you check in. The "bar" is a table served from a van load of cans on a good year, there is a sort of club house if they end up on Anglesey again. There is usually a burger van. So, if you are happier travelling light, having a few cans of Boddingtons and the sort of burger most people will only eat after fifteen pints, there is that option. If you want a nice Martini, Moules Mariniere, Meatballs and tagliatelli, treacle sponge and a nice bottle of Bordeaux, followed by port and cheese (that was what I had this year!), you need to bring your own.

Andy
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 28 Dec 2009
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: UK
Posts: 59
Quote:
Originally Posted by Threewheelbonnie View Post
If you want a nice Martini, Moules Mariniere, Meatballs and tagliatelli, treacle sponge and a nice bottle of Bordeaux, followed by port and cheese
Andy
Where exactly will you be camping, Andy?
__________________
‎"People who say it cannot be done shouldn't interrupt those who are doing it" George Bernard Shaw
Reply With Quote
  #11  
Old 28 Dec 2009
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: UK
Posts: 59
Quote:
Originally Posted by Threewheelbonnie View Post

I won't be there this year, heading for the Elefant

Andy
Just read this
__________________
‎"People who say it cannot be done shouldn't interrupt those who are doing it" George Bernard Shaw
Reply With Quote
  #12  
Old 28 Dec 2009
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Oslo, Norway
Posts: 521
I'll be there too. Due to time constraints I'm cheating a bit as I'm flying in to the UK and being picked up by a friend whom is also providing me with a loaner bike. Still beats not going, though I'm very much looking forward to it!
Reply With Quote
  #13  
Old 28 Dec 2009
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: UK
Posts: 59
Love your blogs, Hans. I hope we can put on some snow for you!!
__________________
‎"People who say it cannot be done shouldn't interrupt those who are doing it" George Bernard Shaw
Reply With Quote
  #14  
Old 28 Dec 2009
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Nottingham U.K.
Posts: 96
Indu,if I have guessed correctly I think that we shall be travelling to the rally together.
Reply With Quote
  #15  
Old 28 Dec 2009
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: UK
Posts: 59
and now i've read your previous posts.
__________________
‎"People who say it cannot be done shouldn't interrupt those who are doing it" George Bernard Shaw
Reply With Quote
Reply
Page 1 of 3 1 23

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Riding to Elephant rally 2010 on a C90? poodlebiscuit Travellers Seeking Travellers 19 9 Jan 2010 21:14
Extreme Motorcycle Rally Cambodia 9th January 2010 DHLBEACH Motorcycle Events around the world 1 25 Oct 2009 13:08
Norway: Italian Bikes' Spring Rally 2010 indu Motorcycle Events around the world 0 10 Oct 2009 00:27
Dragon Rally (Wales) Bronze Motorcycle Events around the world 23 8 Feb 2009 23:11
2010 Dakar Rally panderingpeter North Africa 6 9 Dec 2008 00:54

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

  • Virginia: April 24-27 2025
  • Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
  • Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
  • CanWest: July 10-13 2025
  • Switzerland: Date TBC
  • Ecuador: Date TBC
  • Romania: Date TBC
  • Austria: Sept. 11-14
  • California: September 18-21
  • France: September 19-21 2025
  • Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

Your ad could be here, on EVERY page of the HUBB, or the whole website, or as many as you like!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 15:41.

Contact Us - Horizons Unlimited Motorcycle Travellers Website - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top