So, what's it all about

This blog aims to chart my travels through the world of motorcycling. I started riding last August when I passed my CBT and passed my full test in January this year. I ride a BMW F800GS and also have a Yamaha XT125 which I plan to convert for off-road use (if I can ever find the right wheels!)

My particular area of interest is adventure travel. To that end I will be joining the Enduro Africa event in October this year for a journey up the east coast of South Africa - it's sure to be a big challenge, especially as I will be very much a novice off-road! 

My preparations, off-road training and the event itself will all be covered here - it's sure to be an eventful first year in biking for me!