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Reasoning |
- or lack of it !!!
- It is the journey that is important, not the destination.
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Useful web links |
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Companion websites |
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Long Range
Driving Tips |
- Know your limits, stop for a break when you get tired.
Keep the target in
mind, don't get distracted by interesting places when there is not enough time in the day.
- Be aware that you are going to be sat down for long periods, it is difficult
to be subtle here, but consider the genital area. It will need ventilation to reduce the chances of
troubles by being cooped up. The use of appropriate cream may help.
- On the spot fines are common, usually pay at a local Bank
Inform your
Credit Card company where you are going. It is no fun to fill up with fuel and have your card
rejected.
Large animals in the road is a common hazard in Scandinavia
- Mosquitos.Tips
- Where thick bright clothing
- Use mosquito repellent
- Eat lots of garlic, or take garlic capsules
- Treat bites quickly with Salubrin or Alsosprit
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Useful books |
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Norway's Arctic Highway by John
Douglas
I find this book amazing, he has taken so much time to write this book,
that I think he must have walked the road and examined every grain of sand at the roadside. It was
this book that inspired me to attempt this journey.
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- Microsoft AutoRoute 2007
I would consider this
essential to any long range journey.
It gives you a full picture of the route, though it has its
quirks, I would not be without it.
If you do not have a USB GPS, the one that come with the kit
is excellent
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Tourneo
Preparation |
- Essential equipment
As we are travelling through 9 countries, is is
essential to comply with the law everywhere.
Checkout my Motoring
summary
- Fire Extinguisher
- Spare driving spectacles
- 2 Warning Trianges (expected in Spain)
- Portable yellow flashing light
- Left hand drive headlamps or adapters
- Additional spare wheels
- First Aid Kit
- Spare bulbs, plenty of these
- Hi Visibility Jacket, one per person + spares ones
- Do not carry a Radar Detector
- Alcohol limits are much lower than in the UK
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The Etap
Hotel
The Ibis Hotel