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La Balade des Vieux Clous - Part 2
The rest of our annual trip to France on the Nortons went mostly to plan. My bike ran smoothly, but we still had a few breakdowns to overcome along the way

Andy Marks
Jun 210 min read
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La Balade des Vieux Clous - Part 1
Join me as I head over to France for a long weekend on my 1951 Norton ES2

Andy Marks
May 2813 min read
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The Snow-Mann Test Day at Selmeston
The annual Snow-Mann Test Day is organised by members of the local VMCC section and is always a fantastic day out

Andy Marks
May 135 min read
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The International Classic Motorcycle Show at Stafford
I'm back in Stafford for what is probably the biggest classic bike show of the year

Andy Marks
May 26 min read
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On the Road and Under Canvas - 10 reasons to camp on your next trip
It's no secret that I love camping on my travels - here are 10 reasons why I think you should give it a go this summer

Andy Marks
Apr 157 min read
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Sestriere 2025 - A curtailed end to the ski season
My final ski trip of 2025 was to Sestriere in Italy. It offered an excellent end to the season despite not all going to plan

Andy Marks
Apr 85 min read
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Back On Track - After 18 months away I am back on a race bike
After not getting out at all last season, I've been racing again. See how I got on at Brands Hatch for the opening round of the season

Andy Marks
Apr 111 min read
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Bardonecchia 2025 - Enough mountains for one trip? No chance!
Mostly pictures again as I move to Bardonecchia for my second week in the snow covered mountains

Andy Marks
Mar 253 min read
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Claviere 2025 - An Italian ski trip in pictures
Not many words this time, just a lot of pictures of my recent week in Claviere, Italy

Andy Marks
Mar 182 min read
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Home is Calling - It's time to head home, but there are a few more treats in store
When the rain finally sets in, I dash for Calais, but not before taking in Germany's Black Forest, Luxembourg, and Belgium

Andy Marks
Dec 23, 202411 min read
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Escaping the Weather - Leaving the rain behind in search of the Top Mountain Motorcycle Museum
Whilst escaping the rain, I find myself on some of the best roads I’ve ever ridden and visit one of Europe’s finest motorcycle museums

Andy Marks
Dec 17, 20249 min read
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Into the Mountains- From the Swiss Alps to the Dolomites via the Stelvio Pass
Three unforgettable days: Europe's largest waterfall, one of its most famous roads, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site await!

Andy Marks
Dec 10, 202415 min read
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A Scenic Route to Switzerland - Riding in the French Ardennes, Vosges Mountains and The Black Forest
On the first leg of my European trip I stay on a biker only campsite, visit France’s biggest military cemetery and ride the Route des Crêtes

Andy Marks
Dec 3, 202416 min read
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An Impromptu Overnighter - Salisbury Plain, Castle Combe and The New Forest
With the weather finally improving I get away for a weekend to enjoy some of the best the South East has to offer

Andy Marks
May 7, 202411 min read
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Back In The Alps (Without a bike)
I went on holiday without a bike for the first time in 4 years. It was a very different experience, especially being in an airport again!

Andy Marks
Apr 16, 20249 min read
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Solo Motorcycle Touring - 10 essential tips for a first timer, from a first timer
While countless other resources offer great advice, this post focuses on insights easily overlooked by seasoned riders.

Andy Marks
Mar 12, 20247 min read
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The Cost Of Freedom - What my two week solo motorcycle trip actually cost
I outline my expenses from a 13-day tour of France, Switzerland, and Germany, hoping it will assist you in budgeting for your next trip.

Andy Marks
Feb 20, 20245 min read
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Packing For My First Solo Motorcycle Tour - 5 things I’d take again, 4 things I wouldn’t, and 3 things I didn’t take but will next time
5 essentials, 4 changes for next time, and 3 items to add. Lessons learned and gear insights for fellow travellers.

Andy Marks
Feb 6, 20246 min read
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Homeward Bound – Riding back to the UK via the Black Forest, northern Vosges and the Ardennes
The final part of my first ever solo motorcycle tour sees me ride back to Calais through Germany, France and, when I get lost, Belgium

Andy Marks
Jan 23, 202412 min read
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Riding The Alps – Route des Grandes Alpes, Lake Geneva and Switzerland
Join me as I ride north along the Route des Grande Alps, camp in a ski resort, visit Lake Geneva and have a day in Switzerland

Andy Marks
Jan 16, 202412 min read
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