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Columns

Read our monthly columns from Peter ‘The Bear’ Thoeming, Bernie Hatton, Ed Stratman and Editor Jeff Ware.

Aussies Racing Abroad: May 2022 Update
4 years ago

Aussies Racing Abroad: May 2022 Update

With many Australians showcasing their skills abroad in a range of disciplines both on-track and off-road, our new column focuses on how they’re faring battling it out with the best …
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Bear Tracks: Sorrento to Queenscliff Ferries
4 years ago

Bear Tracks: Sorrento to Queenscliff Ferries

I don’t know about you but for me, ferries are one of the pleasures of touring. Not all of them are terrific, mind you. I could take the boat from …
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Column: James ‘ROCKET Weaver, OJC
4 years ago

Column: James ‘ROCKET Weaver, OJC

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A few weeks ago was my first trip to Queensland Raceway! Getting there early, I got to visit a few friends but after catching COVID, I had to sit …
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Bear Tracks: Southern Norway
4 years ago

Bear Tracks: Southern Norway

A lot has been written about Norway, but I’m not sure that anyone has ever picked up the contradictions its society throws up. A regular Norwegian saying is, “Either conform …
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Column: James ‘Rocket’ Weaver, OJC
4 years ago

Column: James ‘Rocket’ Weaver, OJC

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Hi everyone, it’s been a long time! My last article (here) was back in 2017 when I was 9 and on a KAYO. Since then I’ve done a lot …
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Bear Tracks: The Illawarra, NSW
4 years ago

Bear Tracks: The Illawarra, NSW

There is nothing quite like a decent day’s ride over interesting motorcycle roads, with maybe a quick lunch somewhere. But there are alternatives, if you live in Sydney there is …
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Bear Tracks: Australian War Memorials in France 
5 years ago

Bear Tracks: Australian War Memorials in France 

To commemorate all the animal deeds and sacrifices in war, the Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation (AWAMO) has issued a purple poppy, which can be worn alongside the traditional red …
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BEAR TRACKS: US Pacific North-West
5 years ago

BEAR TRACKS: US Pacific North-West

As I write this it looks as if we can Travel to the USA as long as we are fully vaccinated. Let’s be honest, the US is one of the …
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Bear Tracks: The East Coast Of Tasmania
5 years ago

Bear Tracks: The East Coast Of Tasmania

“I went to Tasmania for a story and developed deep vein thrombosis en route. So for the first two weeks I was in hospital getting treated.” – Bill Bryson. So …
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Bear Tracks: The Five Punts Outside Sydney
5 years ago

Bear Tracks: The Five Punts Outside Sydney

There are six free car (and motorcycle) carrying punt ferries in the Sydney area. One, known as the Putney Punt, is at Mortlake and is not part of this story. …
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