Time out

At last, I managed to get off the Island overnight.

Friday, I had organised some training at the PEH.  The trainer ended up being an ex-colleague of mine, Caroline.  So was a very laid-back and informal affair.  Didn't end up taking as long as I had set aside for it, so was able to spend some time with Melinda and my mate Charl.  

It felt good to get away, if only overnight. 

And I managed to add some stickers to Melinda, personalise her.  The reflective strips on the back, I made myself. I managed to get ahold of a couple of rolls of the reflective tape used on Emergency vehicles, the colour brings to mind what is used on ambulances.  I've been hit once from behind and don't fancy it happening again, hopefully this will help.  Also, I've added a couple of flags to the beak (white section).

Looks like we'll be heading for the South of France soon.  I look forward to the trip.  Change of scenery. And the Côte d'Azur is a lovely place in Summer.  Plus, the sooner we get on the boat, the sooner we get off the boat, the closer I am to having some time off and getting a few more rides under my belt. 

It always amazes me, people seem to find it strange that I ride a motorcycle in the rain.  "What do you do when it rains" they ask. I always respond "get wet" and then receive puzzled looks...people just don't understand. 

I suppose I consider myself biker, not just someone who rides a bike. All weather, temperatures, places, it doesn't really matter.  It's what I do. The further, the better.

Oh, I also managed to catch the sunset Last week, it was pretty amazing. I was just happened to be outside when it was setting.  

See and Be Seen...

Melinda and Charl's bike

At the setting of the sun