Boy, this was an old thread Ads. It's been an awesome year and so very looking forward to 2014. So many people out there travelling with bicycles now and it's just fantastic to not only assist them but to also share experiences. Heaps of trailer and caravan customers too which is pleasing. Some random images:
Impressed with what Dave from Trackabout Camper trailers has done for his customers. A neat drawbar mount so that the carrier folds forward to access the storage compartment.
Talk about a burger with the lot - note the fold up boat trailer on the back as well. Is there an emoticon for green with envy?
This one appealed too. The quirky camper trailer is manufactured from another Land Rover Defender donor vehicle. What a ripper....
This last year has also been interesting dealing with the road cycling crowds and plenty of desirable things out there.
I may have to become more in sync with riding on fast paved roads with tyres thinner than my middle finger.
We also got to get away before the holiday period which is always very hectic for us. Melanie and I hit the south east coast with van in tow and a pair of fat bikes.
Stacks and stacks of tracks and many that can be driven on with normal passenger vehicles. Getting into these areas with bicycles is just sensational.
For those who are not aware of fat bikes, they float on sand and with a soft foot print are so very gentle on the environment. They open up so many riding opportunities - like the 90 Mile Beach - if you say it quickly it doesn't sound so bad and thankfully it's a lot shorter with a strong tail wind.
You get to ride into some awesome places. Seriously, so awesome.
Mind you, some of the tracks were just trying. Not challenging, not beautiful nor fun - just trying. I'm finding it more and more comforting to not have to worry about the bikes because it often takes all of my energy to concentrate on getting the car and van through.
There is a lot of adventure to be had out there and every time we get away I pinch myself at how lucky we are to be able to get away from the regular bike trails and bike parks - and enjoy riding wherever and whenever we like along the journey. It's not until you experience riding during the journey that you realise that it's not just about transporting bikes to a destination - hence back on topic...