Hubby had a fab long weekend there in 2009 for the D-Day celebrations - met LOTS of bikers of all nationalities. Great atmosphere & moving ceremonies.
Will try to attach some pics just as a taster for anyone going along in June.
(The first 2 pics are at Pegasus Bridge and the next 3 pics are at ...

Touring Ted,
Speaking as a woman... seeing Ewan McGregor looking like that could stir many an emotion or reaction... but, throwing up is NOT one of them!!!

Me and 'im-who-thinks-he's-in-charge at Erg Chebbi, just before he tried to sell me for a camel!

Like everyone else, we thought our dream job would be to run our own business doing something we love. So, we started 'Off Road France' providing guided off road tours for people with 4x4 vehicles and a sense of adventure.
It has been tough going. It started with lots and lots of reconnaissance ...

Neat Deet definitely works for me. Without it I am virtually eaten alive. Though I am liking the sound of the Famous Grouse deterrant and think I might have to give that a go (oh to say "purely medicinal" and actually get away with it!)
Interestingly, Avon Skin So Soft works well as an insect ...

Me and 'im-who-thinks-he's-in-charge at Erg Chebbi, just before he tried to sell me for a camel!

When it comes to clothes 'Im indoors has one rule for him and one for me.
For him: one set of clothing on, one spare set in top box to wear when washing/drying the first set, plus 1 pair waterproof trousers.
For me: "if it doesn't fit in that rucksack you can't take it".

I dream of panniers.....ah ...

I think the problem is your question was fatally flawed.
You should be asking "Why don't we both take 6 mths out for a RTW trip together?"
How could anyone refuse/resist that one???!!!

Hi all,

I am new to this site and also a very recent convert to the joys of motorbike riding.
My hubby has had bikes ever since he was nearly old enough to legally ride one. It was always sports bikes before, but recently he swapped the R1 for a Super Ténéré. Then we were off on a trip from ...