Not sure I quite have a regular readership on the blog yet but figured I still have the obligation to keep things up to date.

Success on the insurance front and an inspiring trip to the Ace Cafe are the highlights I guess.

We arrived very late at the Ace but in time to listen to Simon Gandolfi and have a chat with him afterwards. Simply brilliant and for anyone ever thinking twice about getting out and doing anything then this guy can teach you a lesson or ten. Seek out his tales on the HUBB and web generally or get out and buy his book - you will not be disappointed. Thanks also to Grant and Susan for enabling me to pick up volume 1 of the new DVD which I am one hour into consuming - again if you are even half thinking about a trip, buy the DVD and book your flights/ferry!

Insurance fixed thanks to an extremely efficient session on the web and phone to Carole Nash - these guys know bikes and bikers, very impressed. Entered all the boring info on the internet site, got a quote and then phoned up referencing this quote to check on the Morroco coverage. A quick search of possible insurers left me choosing a slightly higher quote but including the essential cover for the trip through Norwich Union. Great service and they also include free recovery service so if the s*&t hits the fan then I can get the bike home.