Help keep your favorite website going and get additional hubb privileges. It really helps you do everything from buying the right equipment to planning. Ive read a few of the other motorcycle camping books, and this is the best, by far. If youre a beginner to camping and to motorcycle camping, this book is an amazing read. It features saddle bags, sissybar bag, dry bag, tank bag and also a custom made platform for the sissybar rack. Through most of my travelling, motorcycle camping has been at least a part of the journey. There are plenty of caravan parks with powered or nonpowered sites available to motorcycle campers anywhere in australia, but you can also find many. Both books have a wealth of practical information, and either one would be a wise investment for novice campers before venturing out on their first motorcycle camping trip. Uncheck the checkboxes of the items you do not plan to take. Adventure motorcycle and camping gear by lone rider. Weve manicured an excellent selection of compact motorcycle camping gear that is easy to pack and easy to set up. A motorcycle is like a flying carpet, taking the rider to places all over this planet.
Information and background about australia, advice on planning your motorbike rental, guidance on preparing for your motorcycle tour in australia and general bike riding tips and pointers. Bestselling author ron ayres has written the first book to share the proven advice of longdistance veterans with all riders who are looking to extend their range on a motorcycle. Well, there are, with accommodations ranging from your basic campsite and fire pit to luxurious resortstyle lodges. Motorcycle camping is essentially backpacking on two wheels.
The mototent has a motorcycle canopy that hides the motorcycle from curious eyes while protecting it from the elements. Motorcycle camping australia public group facebook. If you sell motorcycles or motorcycle accessories, riding gear, camping equipment and clothing, transport motorcycles, organize motorcycle tours, or have motorcycles to rent, you should be advertising with us. Probably the first such narrative was written by george wyman. My name is adam sandoval and i travel the country with 2 goals, 1. Motorcycle setup for camping this video shows what motorcycle bags i carry and the setup i use for when i go camping with my motorcycle here in australia. We are riding from australia to scotland a little taste of indonesia. If you get that squarepeg feeling every time you ride into a campground packed with car campers, you probably wish there were places just for motorcyclists to camp. Experience the real thing because no matter how good these books are, they can never replicate the incredible experiences you have when traveling by bicycle. Motorcycle camping gear checklist motorcycle camping guide. This book describes an appropriate motorcycle and bike gear for camping. Heres a motorcycle camping checklist ive compiled based on my experiences. Weight and size are obvious factors, but so are durability and versatility.
In many cases, what was true in the 20th century, simply doesnt apply today. The premier resource for combining your love of motorcycles and camping. Im booking accommodations in the area now and trying to gauge driving times and distances to know where to book only problem is the roads id like to take are. Just make sure to get off that couch and hit the road. But adding a motorcycle to these trips is like entering the big leagues escaping. Our paths crossed this past summer in grand teton national park and it was our first time seeing his motorcyclecamping setup in person. The book on motorcycle camping hillbilly, the lonesome on. Like with hiking and bicycle touring, motorcycle camping requires you to carefully plan and choose your gear. Make sure you consider the size of your motorcycle camping tent, storage space, sleeping arrangements, weight and size, ventilation and waterwind resistance when determining what is the best motorcycle tent for you but ill give you a hint, its the lone rider if you want the best of the best. Packing for a bike trip isnt rocket science, but it does need a little finesse. It was inevitable that we would do a video and a story on his travels. In the olden days some country accommodation wasnt much better than camping, and was difficult to book ahead with any reliability. This is a look at the basic gear youll need and some suggestions for those extra items that can make the whole experience much more enjoyable.
Motorcycle touring is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the journey. With the largest and most uptodate database of campgrounds, caravan parks, backpacker hostels, day use area, points of interest, information centres and public dump points youre sure to find what youre looking for. Here are the basics you need to know, whether you camp for only a weekend, or for a couple of weeks, or for a whole season. Wikicamps is the ultimate camping companion for your smartphone, tablet or windows pc.
Based in sydney, australia we offer over 4 million books from our database which have been categorised into a variety of subjects to make it easier for you to browse and shop. Open to all motorcyclists that know that 5 star is actually a waterproof rating on a camper trailer. For the firsttimer, choosing the right motorcycle camping gear can be a little daunting, since the amount of equipment made for motorcycling and camping seems almost limitless. Get lost a solo motorcycle adventure to the darien gap duration. You can now have the latest camps australia wide points of interest pois that is, our free and budget camp sites, caravan parks and dump points ready for your gps. Theres nothing like the freedom of the road followed by a night under the stars. We also provide information about minimalfee camping campsites, and our books specifically cater for people traveling with their pets. Inspire people to liveenjoy the motorcycle culture. Best advice about riding motorcycle in australia motorbikes. Get lost a solo motorcycle adventure to the darien gap. These days many people stay in hotelmotels or a cosy cabin, reducing the need to carry very much at all.
The honda was a good solid workhorse, not only providing transport when shearing in victoria, but allowed me to do some great motorcycle touring and camping trips around the victorian coast. However, i sometimes tow a trailer yes motorcycles can tow trailers, and this book. And riders are often moved to write about their trips, short or long, and we can read about their exploits in newspapers, magazines or books. Because a motorcycle has limited carrying capacity, take everything you will need but nothing more. This book describes an appropriate motorcycle and bike gear for camping, and tips for mountain and dirt roads. Free camping australia was started by steve and sue collis in april 1994 to provide accurate information about free camping australia many of the sites we write about are traditional and often only locally known. All content is personally checked in what is now australia s easiest to use camping app. There are of course challenges, namely the need to travel with minimal gear. To do that as a motorcycle meander, you need something that is equally at home in the gelande as well as on the stra. And if you dream of living fulltime on the road, this data should make it fairly easy to start.
Motorcycle camping tips and motorcycle campgrounds. Motorcycle camping is one of the greatest ways to get out and enjoy this beautiful country of ours. Motorcycle camping is one of the greatest ways to spend vacation time. Whether for a week or a weekend, being free from the stresses of modern life all while enjoying the great outdoors helps recharge the mind and create memories.
While camping retains an aura of rugged romance, theres actually very little to be said for it, particularly if you have to do it yourself. See how the big dogs manage fuel consumption, speed, and rest breaks to maintain a high average mileage. Motorcycle camping books roadrunner motorcycle touring. Birds singing, the sea grasses turning green, and my thoughts go to another riding season and another season of motorcycle camping. There are two reasons why you may want to buy other australia camping guide books than jan hollands, or in addition to her books one could be that you dont really want to leave the beaten track and prefer to stay in caravan parks in or close to cities or towns and sometimes you just have to. Adventure, camping by mike g as more and more of us are taking to two wheels to explore australia, you can see a multitude of. There is another smaller credit card camping list here too. The mototent is designed to shelter one or two riders, their gear and one adventure motorcycle with panniers. Riding in the wind on the open road, cooking over an open fire and then bedding down under the stars right next. Our paths crossed this past summer in grand teton national park and it was our first time seeing his motorcycle camping setup in person. Apr 21, 2020 make sure you consider the size of your motorcycle camping tent, storage space, sleeping arrangements, weight and size, ventilation and waterwind resistance when determining what is the best motorcycle tent for you but ill give you a hint, its the lone rider if you want the best of the best. Stay tuned for several more posts in this series, and check out the previous one, the minimalist bivy. Camping on a motorcycle probably doesnt make much sense to those who havent done it, you.
Jan 01, 2015 an inexpensive way to travel combined with camping wherever we felt like, it was the greatest sense of freedom and a wonderful trip. Camp gear 101 top 10 essentials for motorcycle camping posted by christine muggleton packing for a bike trip isnt rocket science, but it does need a little finesse. Bookmotorcycletours 1201 motorcycle tours and holidays. Motorcycle camping, like any trip, needs some thought into what you bring with you. This is a look at the basic gear youll need and some suggestions for those extra items that. The terrain and street the significance of gs in case youre wondering. Mar 05, 2009 motorcycle camping tips motorcycle camping is one of the greatest ways to get out and enjoy this beautiful country of ours. But, before you venture out into the world of motorcycle camping there are some things you need to know before you hit the trail. This wasnt a motorcycle trip, but a buddy and i were going from alabama to san diego and made a stop at the grand canyon. Great motorcyclefriendly campgrounds motorcycle cruiser. Motorcycle touring and camping australia public group.
Motorcycle transport from southeast asia to vladivostok or. Jul 19, 2017 motorcycle camping, like any trip, needs some thought into what you bring with you. Booktopia is a 100% australianowned onlineonly retail store selling books, ebooks and dvds australia wide. Find and compare camping motorcycle tours worldwide. Tons of free advice, tips, and hacks on how to become a better longdistance rider, or just want to explore the world from the saddle of a bike. Motorcycle camping is easier when you take the right gear. A motorcycle journey of love, endurance and transformation a motorcycle journey around the baltic sea by allen noren allen and suzanne were seasoned travelers, and when russias baltic states opened up for visitors in 1993, they eagerly embarked on a trip there. Here is our motorcycle camping gear checklist to help you make sure your next road adventure goes off without a hitch. Both books have a wealth of practical information, and either one would be a wise investment for novice campers before venturing out on their first motorcycle camping. Adventure, camping by mike g as more and more of us are taking to two wheels to explore australia, you can see a multitude of different approaches to tent accommodation. What makes a good camp cooking setup for motorcycle camping. Motorcycle camping guide everything you need for a great. Since motorcycle camping is a highly idiosyncratic endeavor, heed the tips and advice that make sense for you and discard those that dont. As technology moves forward, past realities about motorcycle camping now become myths.
It wasnt a huge leap from this revelation to acceptance of the role that camping would play. Motorcycle touring and camping australia has 2,231 members. Discover book depositorys huge selection of motorcycles books online. Motorcycle camping, what we have learned so far youtube. Top 10 things you shouldnt forget on your next moto camping trip. It also provides a large sleeping area where two motorcyclists and their equipment can fit with ease.
Motorcycle camping is a relatively inexpensive way to travel and is a truly exciting adventure. Sep 02, 2016 as everyone who follows my blog\vlog knows, i am planning a trip to alaska next year. Tents, stoves, sleeping bags, pads and bivy sacks, revzilla is your go to for all lightweight camping gear for motorcycles. Setting up camp at the end of the day is about resting yourself for the next day of adventure. Find the best free and low cost camping spots in australia. Myself and two maybe three fellow riders, have been busy outfitting our bikes, learning to ride on dirt and. The longer you are on the road, the quicker youll shed the excess. Camp gear 101 top 10 essentials for motorcycle camping. Great bikes to ride, beautiful accommodation to stay in and a detailed itinerary to help you along the way with routes, distances, things to see and background information on each area included. For overlanding and adv touring where resupplying can be difficult a stoves fuel type can be a major consideration as well. Organising a motorcycle tour in australia couldnt be easier.
So heres to you with our best wishes for a safe and enjoyable motorcycle camping experience. Riding in the wind on the open road, cooking over an open fire and then bedding down under the stars right next to your bike. One woman, one motorcycle, 20,000 miles across the americas by lois pryce, one man caravan by robe. As a general overview the most important things to consider is size and weight. While we as motorcyclists can carry much more than hikers, the kitchen sink is a bit of a stretch. This is a checklist for an overnight motorcycle camping trip. Motorcycle camping gear what to look for in a tent 2018 duration. So, this is my personal list of the best bicycle touring books of all time. For me, with experience with motorcycle camping, the book really only added a few things to my knowledge. Several websites for checklists are included below, but some of those lists are much too extensive.