Original Post Date: 2/21/2016
With two extra days, my friend Paul Knight, suggested I take the motorcycle back out for a drive to Nelson Lakes, NZ.
Well worth the trek!
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Kaikauro to Guinness Time
Original Post Date: 2/21/2016
Reunited with my runner comrades, Paul Knight and Steve Schindler in Blenheim, NZ. Celebrating our friendship & a successful motorcycle tour of the South Island, NZ.
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Flight Lesson@ Kaikoura Aero Club Airport, NZ
Original Date: 2/21/2016
Heavy rains, flooding and road closures cancelled my much anticipated helihike to the Franz Glacier (West Coast, NZ).
In leui of helihiking, I packed up and travelled northeast along the coast to Kaikoura Airport to meet up with a flight instructor, Matt Eastman.
Turned out to be a beautiful day for a flying lesson along the northeast coast of NZ.
Thanks, Matt! A great alternative to my helihike.
Aerial Photos Courtesy: Stephen Schindler (wingman in backseat)
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Kawarau Bridge Bungy Centre – The Original Bridge Bungy
Original Post Date: 2/16/16
Let’s face it. Queenstown is the adventure capital of the World. It is also the “home” of Bungy jumping.
In November 1988, AJ Hackett and Henry van Asch created the first commercial Bungy Jump Site, off the historic Kawarau Suspension Bridge.
28 years later….. this thrill-seeker took her first bridge jump plunging 43 meters (or 141.07612 feet) towards the turquoise waters below.
In a word: exhilarating.
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The Buller Gorge Marathon
Original Post Date: 2/13/16
The Buller Gorge Marathon is complete. I am officially a 2x 7 Continent Marathon Finisher!!
My journey began in Paris, France in April 2011. Five years and 6 continents later, here I am!
What an amazing adventure it has been.
6 Medals: Paris (Europe), Savannah (North America), Kyoto (Asia), Mauritius (Africa), Punta Arenas (South America), King George Island (Antarctic). 1 Finisher’s Certificate: The Buller Gorge Marathon (Oceania).
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NZ Classic Motorcycles, Ltd.
Original Post Date: 2/12/16
Browsing one of the most extensive motorcycle collections in the world (300 classic and vintage bikes) courtesy Tom Sturgess.
My favorite highlight of the visit: The V 1000. A carbon race bike produced by the late great John Britten. Only 10 in existence. All apparently housed in museums and private collections around the world.
Today, I had the pleasure to view 3 of the 10 Britten carbon race bikes.
To learn more about this amazing collection visit: http://www.nzclassicmotorcycles.co.nz
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Horseback Riding @ Abel Tasman National Park
Original Post: 2/10/2016
Capping off my evening here in NZ with a sunset ride on the beach @ Abel Tasman National Park.
Good times.
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Lunch @ The Smokehouse
Original Date: 2/10/16
Located in Mapau, NZ. The Smokehouse is legendary. For over 20 years, this restaurant has served up the most delicious fish & chips.
To learn more about The Smokehouse visit http://www.smokehouse.co.nz
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Waikawa & Queen Charlotte Sound
Original Date: 2/10/16
Starting our motorcycle journey towards the Westport/Buller Gorge region of NZ.
Steve, Paul and I are running the Buller Gorge Marathon on 2/13/16.
The Buller Gorge Marathon will be my last official race to complete my 2nd circuit of the 7 continents.
On our route today, I visited Picton, Waikawa Marina and Queen Charlotte Sound.
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Lunch @ Rock Ferry Cellar Door
Original 2/9/16
Our Triumph motorbikes are ready. Our first outing, the Rock Ferry Winery and their restaurant, The Cellar Door & Cafe !
Amazing scenery, decadent food & wonderful wines!
To learn more about this winery & restaurant visit http://www.rockferry.co.nz
Photo Slide Show: Triump Bikes (left to right: Storm, Penelope & Stevie), Rock Ferry Winery & Restaurant
Where In The World Is She Now? 