Anyone fancy a quicky to morocco in april

Wapping said:
How many of us are at the Yak and Yeti hotel on the Friday night?

I think it's:

Wapping (me)
Maclip
Whatton
Forry
Steve?
Richard Stevely

Could well be wrong -get the feeling that there are some more of the northern contingent?

Richard

Don't wait up for me. I wont be leaving Nottingham till 7pm on Friday :thumb
 
Richard stevely said:
Couple of questions which I am sure you as an experienced traveller can help me with:-

Bike has Datatool system 3 but is it worth taking chain and lock as well?

Insurance company (eBike) will only cover me in Spain and France but not Morocco. Is this a problem?

and finally.....

where do I buy the stick on ears for me lid ;)

Can anyone help me with the above, doesn't matter if you can't answer the last question :nenau
 
Richard stevely said:
Bike has Datatool system 3 but is it worth taking chain and lock as well.

Insurance company (eBike) will only cover me in Spain and France but not Morocco. Is this a problem?

and finally.....

where do I buy the stick on ears for me lid ;)


I'm taking a lock ( but i don't have an alarm fitted), it's your choice.

You can get insurance at the border. It'll be the basic mimimum 3rd party . I'm not sure of the cost .

There's a sticky ear shop in marrakesh
 
Just had a TX from timolgra -

In marrakesh, and it's very fecking hot 40deg !!!!!!!!!!! :eek: :eek:
 
Steptoe said:
Just had a TX from timolgra -

In marrakesh, and it's very fecking hot 40deg !!!!!!!!!!! :eek: :eek:

That'll put my new (to me) Savanna2 suit to the test :thumb
 
Darkhorse Dave, bikes off the road, and he can't make it. Never mind Dave, sorry you can't get along .


Just had another Tx from timolgra

" Rode into market place despite cops saying no, 8 bars up on temp guage, but fecking lovely totty here"

Tim sounds his usual self :D
 
Tim Cullis said:
I think there's a bit of exageration going on:

He originaly said 43 degrees . Now they've got bike trouble :eek: that'll teach him to tell porkies :D

Think i'll let him know what the problem is sometime this evening :D
 
Steptoe said:
Darkhorse Dave, bikes off the road, and he can't make it. Never mind Dave, sorry you can't get along .


Just had another Tx from timolgra

" Rode into market place despite cops saying no, 8 bars up on temp guage, but fecking lovely totty here"

Tim sounds his usual self :D

Pissed off even more now.
 
Steptoe said:
I must warn you, we're aiming to do 750+ miles a day. Not just one day, but a couple of non-stop long days. it's not easy, and there maybe no way of being able to catch up -

The wife read this and promptly went to Boots to buy some cream to rub on my soon to be numb ass :D
 
As a new kid to this site (less than 24 hours) I've not earned the right to pm!

If anyone is passing Sheffield / Barnsley Friday afternoon? M1 Woodall services?????????????? I can be there anytime 1 - 4ish.

ps. Does the whippet need a passport or can I pass it off as the ex wife :D
 
This is what Winston Churchil had to say about Marrakesh in the winter......

"Here, surrounded by its extensive palm-groves that have sprung out of the desert, the traveler may rest assured that he will never tire of the majestic view of the snow-covered Atlas mountains. The sun is dazzling and warm, but never unbearably so; the air is sharp and refreshing, yet never unpleasantly cold; the days are perfect, the nights are cool.

"The local inhabitants, dressed in their burnooses of various colours and patterns, are themselves a permanent picture; every countryman is a possible painting, every crowd is a pictorial composition.

"Should anyone be seeking a warm sunny Winter, it is to be found in a truly unique setting here in Morocco.

Key Attractions​

The citys main square and focus of activity is known as Jemäa El Fna, and is a kaleidoscopic spectacle of street performers that include storytellers, acrobats, snake charmers and musicians. Surrounding the square are numerous rooftop restaurants that provide an excellent vantage point from which to take in the goings-on below.

Architectural enthusiasts should make their way to the splendid Koutobia Minaret, which was constructed in the 12th century and has been fabulously well-preserved. Towering almost seventy metres above the city, this mosque is the oldest of the three Almohad structures, and features colossal curving gates, detailed mosaic work and large copper balls, the purpose of which remains a mystery.

Out and About

Popular day excursions from Marrakesh include visiting the desert city of Quarzazate, which is renowned for its Taourirt Casbah and traditional Quazguita carpets, and is located 80kms from the city. From Imlil, also nearby, travellers can ride a mule to the Aremd hamlet to view Moroccos highest mountain peak, Toubkal. The coastal town of Safi is another enticing possibility, with a magnificent medina, old fort and beautiful beach

Leisure Options​

Marrakesh is scattered with a plethora of venues for drinks and dining, and nightlife is particularly interesting around Jemäa El Fna. The exotic flavour of Marrakesh is also strongly present in the souks (markets) of the city, where visitors can peruse the atmospheric maze of alleyways and pick up wonderful local gifts and souvenirs.

Sounds good to me. :thumb
 

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The pic is of hotel La Mamounia, the finest in North Africa, looking forward to getting my head down there then :D
 
TO ALL GOING ON THIS TRIP.........

Don't forget to take your V5 (registration document).


You won't get your bike into Morocco without it......



(unless you happen to have a 4 year old SORN Notice and a lot of bullshitting available to you :D :clap :clap :clap )
 
Richard stevely said:
This is what Winston Churchil had to say about Marrakesh in the winter......

"Here, surrounded by its extensive palm-groves that have sprung out of the desert, the traveler may rest assured that he will never tire of the majestic view of the snow-covered Atlas mountains. The sun is dazzling and warm, but never unbearably so; the air is sharp and refreshing, yet never unpleasantly cold; the days are perfect, the nights are cool.

"The local inhabitants, dressed in their burnooses of various colours and patterns, are themselves a permanent picture; every countryman is a possible painting, every crowd is a pictorial composition.

"Should anyone be seeking a warm sunny Winter, it is to be found in a truly unique setting here in Morocco.

Key Attractions​

The citys main square and focus of activity is known as Jemäa El Fna, and is a kaleidoscopic spectacle of street performers that include storytellers, acrobats, snake charmers and musicians. Surrounding the square are numerous rooftop restaurants that provide an excellent vantage point from which to take in the goings-on below.

Architectural enthusiasts should make their way to the splendid Koutobia Minaret, which was constructed in the 12th century and has been fabulously well-preserved. Towering almost seventy metres above the city, this mosque is the oldest of the three Almohad structures, and features colossal curving gates, detailed mosaic work and large copper balls, the purpose of which remains a mystery.

Out and About

Popular day excursions from Marrakesh include visiting the desert city of Quarzazate, which is renowned for its Taourirt Casbah and traditional Quazguita carpets, and is located 80kms from the city. From Imlil, also nearby, travellers can ride a mule to the Aremd hamlet to view Moroccos highest mountain peak, Toubkal. The coastal town of Safi is another enticing possibility, with a magnificent medina, old fort and beautiful beach

Leisure Options​

Marrakesh is scattered with a plethora of venues for drinks and dining, and nightlife is particularly interesting around Jemäa El Fna. The exotic flavour of Marrakesh is also strongly present in the souks (markets) of the city, where visitors can peruse the atmospheric maze of alleyways and pick up wonderful local gifts and souvenirs.

Sounds good to me. :thumb

Our hotel is on the marrakesh ring road industrial estate - nice views of the brick factory as the sun sets behind it
 
Steptoe said:
Our hotel is on the marrakesh ring road industrial estate - nice views of the brick factory as the sun sets behind it

I'll wave at you from my sleeping bag on the roof of the knocking shop opposite :thumb
 


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