Nolan’s Creek was barely flowing, a couple of weeks earlier it was a raging torrent but my worn tyres weren’t up to the task of negotiating the steep approach and departures of this crossing. Now with brand new rubber I was more confident. I will have to come back soon Continue Reading
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Freedom Machine Rider
This short video was filmed through my Contour helmet-cam, the inset clips taken by my niece with her iPhone. (Apologies if you see an advert, that’s YouTube’s penalty for using a few seconds of a copyrighted song.) It is difficult to describe the feeling of the open road on two Continue Reading
The Track
This track looks innocent enough but hides lots of dangerous bumps and crevices that could ruin a good day out. It’s often a tedious requirement to get out and walk ahead but besides the exercise it’s a good way to keep safe and avoid expensive repairs. If you’re on a Continue Reading
Farm Gate
A gate at the edge of the National Park where it meets farmland. The lighting is a little stark however I chose not to manipulate the photo, taken with a Nikon D7000 This is 1980s me shutting a gate somewhere in Far North Queensland. My trip around Australia, in my youth, Continue Reading
Photography Trip
Off to New South Wales for a photography safari to Wild Rivers National Park. Hoping for some great photo and video opportunities. Armed with iPhone 5, Nikon D7000 and a Contour+ 2 dash mounted video camera. Day 1: Leave home – Sat 20 October Updating this post remotely using iPad. Continue Reading
Summer Gloves
Yes, it’s that time of year, put away the thermal gloves and bring on the vented lightweight ones. A close-up with iPhone 4S, slightly sharpened and motion blur effect with Photoshop. I haven’t quite mastered taking photos at speed riding a motorbike with one hand!
The Wanderer
Taking a break before tackling the rough stuff. A crisp, clear day, cool and perfect for exploring the back tracks in the Tallarook State Forrest. I love the smell of wet gum trees in the morning. This is my fourth vehicle named “The Wanderer” but possibly not the last.
Freeway Overpass
The City Link freeway overpass heading North. I was a passenger taking this shot of course.