How often do you get given a free mag and then after reading an article about a planned ride.....go and buy a BMWF800gs 1800kms away and take a month off work so you can go on a 11000km ride.....with only 4 weeks notice.
I just did, and the missus approved it too (she must wan't a hol too), i head off in just over a week, first a ride up to the starting point Byron Bay then across the centre of oz to Steep Point in WA, with 11 other riders i am yet to meet.
Here's the link to the ride, might be something to consider for next year.
http://www.greataustralianride.com.au/Will keep in touch as the ride progress's
Cheers
Ken