Greg and Helen- 5 Country Tour, 2011.
Just a quick note to say how much we enjoyed the Ozalps tour.
The different cultural experiences were also great, with Italy being especially good after getting used to the traffic and the pro-bike vibe that runs through the country. Berwang road was a particular favourite and the angels roll down from Sustenpass ( I think) with Helen yahooing on the back was exhilarating too !
We have been ploughing through a few thousand photos since we got back and there are some beauties ! Enjoyed the ones you took of us being hassled at Livigno border - maybe it was the rabbit ears.
I have almost recovered from shredding my right hamstring, about 6 days after Stelvio. Physio, acupuncture, stretches and strengthening exercises all help and in a funny way every step is a reminder of what a terrific trip we had.
*Note- rabbit ears...!?!
We had a great trip and I would recommend it to any rider who enjoys the odd corner and climb !!!
Russell- 5 Country Tour, returning for Mugello, 2011
Lots of up, up, up.
Lots of down, down, down.
Lots of bends, after bends after bends.
All of this is happening over and through fabulous picturesque mountains and valleys, wandering down into friendly villages and towns, pulling up for coffee and to sample the local cuisine.
Stopping off at the village market to buy fresh, locally produced fruit, breads, salamis, cheeses and a bottle of wine.
Finding a place somewhere down the road with a view and indulge in the purchases, sitting back and letting the world pass by.
Then back into it again, more bends, more up, more down and at the end of the day a refreshing beer or two followed by another great meal at a local restaurant.
Fabulous roads on good bikes, friendly travelling companions, comfortable accommodation and great views.
These are the memories I have of my ‘OZ Alps Experience’.
Thanks Cliff for a great time and I’ll be back for more.
Megs- 5 Country 2008 + Croatia / Dolomites 2010
Amazing roads, awe inspiring scenery and great bikes.
There are no equivalent riding destinations in Australia, and touring with Cliff is like going for a ride with one of your mates...
I would totally recommend Ozalps. The whole trip was really very good value, given I rode a brand new bike, stayed in great places, and had the benefit of someone else to show us all the tricks and fun bits of Europe. I made a few new riding friends along the way.
Having completed the 5 country tour in 2007, I was back for more this year (2010) to check out the Croatia/ Dolomites tour- absolutely awesome. Roads, scenery, food, accommodations, all fantastic. Again, a brand new Z1000, fresh tyres, set up for me, can't fault anything. As far as I can see, Ozalps is the only tours company that starts with new bikes every season.
And yes, I'm already planning my next Ozalps trip.
Vicki- Mugello Italian MotoGP
Thank you Ozalps for an adventure of a lifetime! As a female and a pillion passenger it was unbelievable.
I had the best view of the scenery that was simply breathtaking. Every day l thought it can't get any better but it did!!
You made it such a fun and relaxing holiday, l would do it all again in a heartbeat.
Thanks again Vicki :)
Rob- 5 country tour (x 3!), returning for 2 tours in 2011...
I didn't get to tell you what a great trip it was. I've been able to think of little else since I got home. It was 100% sensational 100% of the time ... The whole experience just soaked in - the great roads, awe-inspiring scenery, brilliant accomodation, lazy lunches and expresso stops and being able to speak some German and be understood. It was all fantastic and thanks Cliff for a great job as tour leader too.
By day two I had already decided that I had to come back again. I will be back in touch to book again for next year. So thanks again for everything.
Cheers,
Rob
Pete
I'm frustrated with regular runs out of Sydney, Macquarie Pass is over in minutes (sounds like my sex life), Putty Road's getting like a big yawn, I jumped at the chance when the kitchen fairy said OK to a couple of the lads and me "tear-arsen" through the best bike playground on the planet.
Cliff wasn't lying when he said on the first day, "You aint seen nothin yet", and I doubt I will ever again see and experience the joys of alpine and autobahn touring like that.
What an experience, I'm fifty but I felt twenty-five again (her name was Helga). Seriously, what an incredible time, the sights, tastes, sounds, road conditions, accommodations, the whole package.
Well done Cliff, me and my troupe had a sensational trip. You're not such a bad bloke either, I'm still passing some of those jokes off as my own.
Cheers,
Pete Flannery
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