Long Way Round – The motorcycle around the world
Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman have demonstrated it alone and take a look at the magnificent scenery, which took place before their trip, invites you to follow suit: one with the motorcycle from London to New York.
Quer durch Europe, Russia, KazakhstanThat Mongolia and North American continentThrough green landscapes, barren deserts and forests Russian taiga – This is a Dream trip the other way, a journey on which one goes to the limit, where the cold and rain on the agenda are just as falls and mishaps. But it is also a journey on which one comes close with a foreign climate, alien vegetation and alien cultures in contact. Rather than a trip by car to get in touch with local people – be they farmers in Kazakhstan, Nomads in Mongolia or logging in Russia is dependent on their help and hospitality and learn even more about life in other parts of the world.
The trip preparation
As with any major journey, adequate preparation is essential. Especially when one ventures into unknown areas, away from tourist destinations, the tour must be planned thoroughly. In addition to the Choice of machine – Here it depends on the questions of whether one holds on paved roads or go off road much, how hard is the motorcycle can be, especially when it is fully packed, as it is comfortable even after hours in the saddle yet, and how vulnerable the machine for damage is, or how well they can be repaired with a breakdown in the middle of nowhere – is the Planning the route an important point. “How are the road conditions? Are the roads or paths of the chosen route passable all year round? Where can I refuel and replenish supplies? How are the weather conditions? “Are just some questions that you ask yourself when planning your trip needs and also the choice of Equipment . a say Tents and sleeping bags should be as light and easy to transport and still be warm enough. Quick-drying Functional clothing and a wind-and rain repellent combination are the most important pieces of clothing in such a journey. Also, tools, supplies, first aid kit, a Camping-Kocher (Not everywhere it is allowed or advisable to make an open fire), not to mention a thick stack of documents with papers, Entry visas, Etc. have to find room in their luggage. Even dealing with the locals want to be occasionally prepared. How you react to friendly offers of hospitality? Or how to confront corrupt officials? How to communicate with people? No matter where you are, it is advisable here to learn a few words and phrases of the local language.
Are motorcycle, distance, equipment and all entry formalities prepared so still remains a point on the checklist: a test drive. Was fully laden with machine, tent and sleeping bag it for a few days or longer to go through the European wilderness, perhaps by Scotland, Sweden or Eastern Europe. This is not only a good travel preparation, but even a little vacation in itself.