Don’t Make the Same Mistake We Did: Keeping Your Riding Gear Safe in Norway
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Norway has a well-earned reputation for being one of the safest countries in the world. That reputation can make it very easy to relax. It certainly did for us. During our 2,700-mile motorcycle tour, we stopped in a town to have a look around. Like many riders, we left some…
Riding Through Norway’s Mountain Tunnels: What We Wish We’d Known
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Before we visited Norway, we expected the mountain passes to be the biggest challenge. What surprised us most were the tunnels. Some are only a few hundred metres long. Others stretch for several kilometres beneath mountains, taking you from bright summer sunshine into cold, dark conditions in a matter of…
Fuel, Food and Filling Up: What We Learned Riding Through Norway
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One of the biggest questions riders ask before touring Norway is simple: “How expensive is it going to be?” There’s no getting around it – Norway is more expensive than many other European touring destinations. Fuel, food and accommodation all cost more than most of us are used to. The…
Hytte or Tent? What We Learned About Motorcycle Camping in Norway
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When we planned our motorcycle tour of Norway, we packed a tent expecting to use it almost every night. It seemed like the obvious choice. After all, camping and motorcycle touring go hand in hand. What we hadn’t appreciated was just how much the Norwegian weather would influence the experience….