Radioman Rides the World....... - Page 307

Idahosam · 02-08-2013, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by marty hill

Welcome home Mark/assume you will have coffee with the group at Sbux.

Welcome Home, if even for a short layover.

I am sure the PNW gang has missed you.......

RUOK · 02-08-2013, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Radioman

I just landed in Oregon Yesterday afternoon.

I had to pick up my Carnet and do some things at home for just a few days!! Not much time to socialize but planning to go here a talk at Tigard BMW tonight about Backroad Colorado!!

Cool! Got my ticket, see you there.

Mr. Fisherman · 02-08-2013, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Idahosam

Welcome Home, if even for a short layover.

I am sure the PNW gang has missed you.......

Uhm, is this what he gets when he gets to Eye D hoe?

Baja Bob · 02-09-2013, 01:21 PM

WOW!!! What a great job!( I just got caught up)

Great recap of your ride and motorcycle community.

Thanks for taking us along. I'm just behind you. Leaving here in Aug.(I took lots of notes)

Do East Cape NZ on a sunny day. I was there in Jan. on a 800.

Keep up the good work, Radioman...

AXL Stubbs · 02-09-2013, 09:31 PM

I have been reading frantically for the past couple months. You tell a great story!! Bring on some kiwis, cape reinga, sheep, and what ever else you can find.

Radioman · 02-10-2013, 08:05 AM

Flew of Buenos Aires. Night Flight. 9 Hours to Houston. Then transfer to PDX.

Strange being on United Airlines as the cabin crew is all speaking English. No more greetings like in Argentina. Kiss, Kiss, No Buen Dia, Gracias etc. Will miss it!!

Long flight. Hard to get much rest. Was very interesting walking through First and Business class with sleeper seats and larger flat plan screens at each seat, until I arrive at my seat "steerage" . It seems like luxury for the “rich” is getting more plush, while regular travel is the same or worse. Much like the changes in our countries as the disparity of poor vs. wealth grows..

Reading the book by Tom Friedman and Michael Mandelbaum about America. Called That Used To Be

As I travel my mind wanders to now that I am well into my Adventure, How will I perceive this world differently? How much have I changed during the past 19 months of my trip? What are my expectations? Should be interesting as I get back to all the familiar of home.

Seeing other cultures and places makes you see your life differently.

Fortunately. I grew up in the US at an amazing time in history. I had great parents, and had opportunities that few have. Was taught to work hard, was fortunate that I did well in business, Married the love of my life, cared for her to her end, and now living a dream of riding the world on a motorcycle. Grateful for this time, the experiences I am having all along the way.

This little stop over at home will be fun, but I did not tell too many as I had lots of details to get taken care of and limited time. Typically I pack my schedule as I to make the most of it!

But this time I did not :)

But I was able to go to the Local BMW dealer for a movie of riding the Backcountry of Colorado which was fun,as I have ridden some of these roads!! Also got to stop at the ONE motorcycle show in Portland, and meet up with some ADV riders as well! Was great to see you, missed others. Sorry!

Had a conversation with a few riders that really touched me. Putting my ride and my life out on the internet has been really amazing. It has connected me to so many people around the world. And having people tell you that they follow along, and that what I am sharing is meaningful and impacting their lives positively is really amazing. Just a simple guy out making the most of life. But it is with great satisfaction that you realize how cool it is to share! Thank You all that took the time to tell me what this thread has meant to you!

Thank You. Stay tuned as there is more adventure to come !

AceRph · 02-10-2013, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Radioman

Stay tuned as there is more adventure to come !

That's what I'm talkin' about, Mark.

Patrick46 · 02-10-2013, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Radioman

Thank You all that took the time to tell me what this thread has meant to you!

No Mark....

THANK YOU for sharing your life and your ADVentures with US!!

MortimerSickle · 02-10-2013, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Radioman

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This little stop over at home will be fun, but I did not tell too many....

This is what happens when not many of Marks friends know he is in town.

Idahosam · 02-10-2013, 12:36 PM

Had lunch with Mark today, He is looking great and a man on the move...

It was real good seeing you again amigo.

Guateadventure · 02-10-2013, 02:05 PM

Hey that's Idaho Sam and Radio men togheter again last time they where togheter was at Playa del Carmen almost a year and a half ago !!!cheers guys !!!!

jbcaddy · 02-10-2013, 10:41 PM

As always Mark thanks for taking us along on your journey. I will be following as you post more of your adventures.
are you going to make it to Invercargill, New Zealand? Burt Munro of "Worlds Fastest Indian" is a hero of mine and was from there. Have another great chapter in your life.

Happy trails to you, untill we meet again!

coolsen · 02-11-2013, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Idahosam

Had lunch with Mark today, He is looking great and a man on the move...

It was real good seeing you again amigo.

It is good to see the two of you together again. Best of wishes to you, Mark, as you continue your epic journey next to New Zealand.

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BSkye · 02-11-2013, 10:44 AM

"Seeing other cultures and places makes you see your life differently. "

No kidding, having arrived FROM another culture I used to think it'd be a great idea if every kid could spend a year abroad. Anywhere but here. Just to be able to put themselves into perspective in relation to "the rest of the planet", realize that this country is not all there is (no offense to anyone I hope).

Ride safe, Mark!

joenuclear · 02-12-2013, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by BSkye

"Seeing other cultures and places makes you see your life differently. "

No kidding, having arrived FROM another culture I used to think it'd be a great idea if every kid could spend a year abroad. Anywhere but here. Just to be able to put themselves into perspective in relation to "the rest of the planet", realize that this country is not all there is (no offense to anyone I hope).

Ride safe, Mark!

I couldn't agree more.

And we don't even have to leave the country. If our urban children could swap places with out rural children in the Summers they both would benefit from viewing how the other lives.

02-09-2013, 09:31 PM	#4595
AXL Stubbs Jesk Dockie Joined: Jan 2010 Location: Bumhoil, TX Oddometer: 7	Can't wait for the next installment! I have been reading frantically for the past couple months. You tell a great story!! Bring on some kiwis, cape reinga, sheep, and what ever else you can find.

02-10-2013, 08:05 AM	#4596
Radioman ^OP dreaming adventure Joined: Dec 2005 Location: GDay from Australia Oddometer: 4,162	Back in the USA. Flew of Buenos Aires. Night Flight. 9 Hours to Houston. Then transfer to PDX. Strange being on United Airlines as the cabin crew is all speaking English. No more greetings like in Argentina. Kiss, Kiss, No Buen Dia, Gracias etc. Will miss it!! Long flight. Hard to get much rest. Was very interesting walking through First and Business class with sleeper seats and larger flat plan screens at each seat, until I arrive at my seat "steerage" . It seems like luxury for the “rich” is getting more plush, while regular travel is the same or worse. Much like the changes in our countries as the disparity of poor vs. wealth grows.. Reading the book by Tom Friedman and Michael Mandelbaum about America. Called That Used To Be As I travel my mind wanders to now that I am well into my Adventure, How will I perceive this world differently? How much have I changed during the past 19 months of my trip? What are my expectations? Should be interesting as I get back to all the familiar of home. Seeing other cultures and places makes you see your life differently. Fortunately. I grew up in the US at an amazing time in history. I had great parents, and had opportunities that few have. Was taught to work hard, was fortunate that I did well in business, Married the love of my life, cared for her to her end, and now living a dream of riding the world on a motorcycle. Grateful for this time, the experiences I am having all along the way. This little stop over at home will be fun, but I did not tell too many as I had lots of details to get taken care of and limited time. Typically I pack my schedule as I to make the most of it! But this time I did not :) But I was able to go to the Local BMW dealer for a movie of riding the Backcountry of Colorado which was fun,as I have ridden some of these roads!! Also got to stop at the ONE motorcycle show in Portland, and meet up with some ADV riders as well! Was great to see you, missed others. Sorry! Had a conversation with a few riders that really touched me. Putting my ride and my life out on the internet has been really amazing. It has connected me to so many people around the world. And having people tell you that they follow along, and that what I am sharing is meaningful and impacting their lives positively is really amazing. Just a simple guy out making the most of life. But it is with great satisfaction that you realize how cool it is to share! Thank You all that took the time to tell me what this thread has meant to you! Thank You. Stay tuned as there is more adventure to come ! __________________ Onto Chapter 3 of my life...... with Faith, Hope and Courage! New thread 5/11/2011 http://advrider.com/forums/showthrea...0#post15950430 Radioman screwed with this post 02-10-2013 at 08:31 AM

02-10-2013, 12:36 PM	#4600
Idahosam Set Adrift Joined: May 2006 Location: Here and There.. but mostly in the Desert Oddometer: 3,804	Had lunch with Mark today, He is looking great and a man on the move... It was real good seeing you again amigo. __________________ My Ride South of the Border To travel is to discover that everyone is wrong about other countries. Aldous Huxley

02-11-2013, 10:44 AM	#4604
BSkye Studly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2011 Location: Right here. Oddometer: 537	"Seeing other cultures and places makes you see your life differently. " No kidding, having arrived FROM another culture I used to think it'd be a great idea if every kid could spend a year abroad. Anywhere but here. Just to be able to put themselves into perspective in relation to "the rest of the planet", realize that this country is not all there is (no offense to anyone I hope). Ride safe, Mark! __________________ What others think of me is none of my business. What I think of me is none of my business.

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02-09-2013, 01:21 PM	#4594
Baja Bob 2wheel Addict Joined: Dec 2007 Location: Kenai Pen. Alaska Oddometer: 11	WOW!!! What a great job!( I just got caught up) Great recap of your ride and motorcycle community. Thanks for taking us along. I'm just behind you. Leaving here in Aug.(I took lots of notes) Do East Cape NZ on a sunny day. I was there in Jan. on a 800. Keep up the good work, Radioman...

02-10-2013, 02:05 PM	#4601
Guateadventure DreamRider Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Guatemala / Redwood City Ca Oddometer: 18	Hey that's Idaho Sam and Radio men togheter again last time they where togheter was at Playa del Carmen almost a year and a half ago !!!cheers guys !!!!

02-10-2013, 10:41 PM	#4602
jbcaddy Studly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2010 Location: Oroville & Placerville, California U.S.ofA. Oddometer: 939	As always Mark thanks for taking us along on your journey. I will be following as you post more of your adventures. are you going to make it to Invercargill, New Zealand? Burt Munro of "Worlds Fastest Indian" is a hero of mine and was from there. Have another great chapter in your life. Happy trails to you, untill we meet again!