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thanks

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 16:44:49 GMT

Hey, Thanks so much for posting all the clips, and putting in all the hard work so we can follow your journey downwards! it really makes me smile watching the clips (and it's a great break from revision!) thanks again, say hi to the guys, Hel xxx

Fantastic Job Claudio!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 16:49:32 GMT

My family and I are really enjoying the play-by-play video "feed" from the trip - makes us feel like part of the crew - luckily there is no sand here! Claudio you are doing a great job under these atrocious conditions; a true testament to your work. Please keep them coming! Cheers Richard. PS Need to see more of Charley�s antics.

well done

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 16:47:53 GMT

this looks the buissness

Thanks so much

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 16:47:14 GMT

The clips and logs lets me feel part of the adventure. Frekin Main man! See you in Cape Town!

thank you all so much!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 16:51:13 GMT

Of course I enjoy the clips!!! And I'm also so thankful, that you have always a written subscript to the videos. Here in the office, I can't play the videos because of firewall. But then I can at least read the text. And as soon as I can leave, I jump on my bike, drive home and watch the videos!! It's amazing how much work you all do for us. I just can say: thank you, thank you so much! I really hope that you still enjoy the trip and see all the beautiful things around you! And btw, my list of 'places to go' grows all the time when I see the clips!

Excellent clips

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 16:54:00 GMT

Almost give you the feeling that you're there with them - minus the sand of course!

Claudio is a God!!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 16:58:56 GMT

Ok, perhaps that's overstating it a bit, but my family loves watching the video clips every day, so his and presumably Jimmy's efforts are much appreciated. It's school break here, and we're taking the opportunity to study about the areas the guys are passing through. That way, we can tell ourselves it's an educational interest, rather than a family of motorheads living vicariously.

Definitely enjoying the clips!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 16:51:40 GMT

Thanks so much for the extra work to get these clips to us! Someone else posted it here and I agree, it really does make us feel like we're on the trip too. It's also reassuring to see everyone is doing well and having a great time. (Sans the sandblasting everyone got.) Thanks, Claudio and Jim for the work. It's become a great addiction.

Where's Eve?

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 17:00:05 GMT

When is she going to join the trip, and has she been properly innoculated against excessive testosterone?

Awesomebeans!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 17:03:05 GMT

Great update, I'm a media production graduate so always very interested to see what goes on behind the scenes, great to see Claudio doing a bit of editing. That wind is causing a big problem though, hey, you need a big popguard or a Dougal on your mic! Great to see those ruins, it's hard to comprehend something so old, imagining the hustle and bustle that must have gone on there thousands of years ago. Thanks again for the daily updates, good to see you having such a good time :o) Love Shellie

LOVE THE CLIPS!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 17:14:55 GMT

Keep'em coming boys! Maybe you guys could provide us with a few more pictures, day to day. The two or three pics a day are too much of a tease.. Nevertheless, I do feel like I'm riding shot-gun with Russ, the daily play by play is thrilling! GOD SPEED!

Clips

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 17:21:05 GMT

Yes - I am loving seeing all the clips - Claudio just like last time you are the unsung hero!!! Keep up the good work!! All the guys in the team are doing a fantastic job!!! I enjoy my visits to see whats going on! Take care xxxxx

YES YES YES!!!!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 17:22:28 GMT

How could we not LOVE the updated clips? This is so much more intimate and makes us feel closer to you all on the trip. Keep up the GREAT work Claudio & Jimmy!

Magic!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 17:22:24 GMT

What a fab website! Really there with you guys and what a gem Claudio is. Great to have the Beeb in on the act this time giving us fangirlys day to day action. Can't wait for the finished prog. Looking forward to seeing Ewan in Othello with another fabulous actor Chiweitel Ejifor in the winter!

Great Clips...not just for Hair!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 17:28:54 GMT

It's so cool view these clips! You ALL are doing a Fantastic job! It's surreal that when I'm fast asleep(Pacific Time), you all are trekking along in your adventure. When I awake its cool to log on and see what took place on the other side of the world! Keep up the tremendous job!!

Tough team, great bikes, awesome trip

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 17:35:06 GMT

Really enjoying the clips. You are all doing a great job (in front and behind the camera). Keep living the dream. There is an army back home wishing we could be with you. What you are giving us is the next best thing. Thank-you.

Are you kidding?

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 17:48:23 GMT

Enjoying them?? Are you joking?? I had no idea we'd get so many wonderful updates. We've really been spoiled, actually, but so much good stuff. I only hope they can continue! Stay safe guys and good work Claudio!

Enjoy the clips?

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 18:03:23 GMT

Of course I enjoy the clips.After work the first way goes to my Laptop... In the first days I had problems and could not see the clips but since yesterday it works - Yeah - and it`s great to see and to hear you. Great Work.

Long Way Down Clips

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 18:54:25 GMT

I think the clips are great! Really good to see the trip as you go along. I'm really not into motorbikes at all but after reading Long Way Round and Race to Dakar I've become a secret fan. Really fascinating! Good luck for the rest of the journery Charley and Ewan!

LOVE THE CLIPS..

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 18:55:52 GMT

Thank you Claudio (the whole team too!) for your hard work and dedication to send over these clips. I still can't belive that even with the storm, they kept coming in!

watching updates

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:09:32 GMT

I think your up dates are great makes me feel part of your adventure. takes me back to my circum navigation of Irland done because of your long way round. keep up the good work keep safe see you next time

Great clips!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:21:53 GMT

Loving the clips Claudio! Really appreciate you putting so much effort into it - it really helps me feel like I'm out there with you guys. Stay safe!

THANKS GUYS!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:21:36 GMT

There are no words to adequately express my gratitude for the constant updates. My friends and I worry about the entire team, yet are incredibly envious at the same time. Claudio, your video clips are perfect. I feel like I'm riding along with you (even though I'm only commuting to and from work). Be safe on the bikes guys!

Just to say good luck and thanks

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:26:30 GMT

Just to say really enjoying watching all the clips and enjoying reading the blogs. It sounds and looks as if you are having a blast ( well,maybe not with all the sand ) on the journey and I wish you all the best of luck as you continue on your way to Cape Town. Can't wait to be able to watch it all on tv....when is it due on by the way?

swan

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:37:26 GMT

i can,t bleave what a swan you boys are on...good luck to you all best steve

yes

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:40:16 GMT

hi thanks everyone we are loving the clips keep them coming it lets us know how yous are keeping good luck

Best of The Best !!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:42:30 GMT

Your coverage is great, all the best with the trip, "Bonnie Wee Laaddies".

'Lovin the vids.!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:44:24 GMT

Folks, Fantastic work re: editing 'on-the-fly'! Hope the process of bringing them to us isn't taking away from the 'once-in-a-lifetime' aspect of the trip. Of course as Ewan stated at trip's start ... this group and it's trips seem to connote multiple lifetimes. ;-) Onward!

Claudio

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:44:03 GMT

I thought Claudio was fantastic in the Long Way Round having just passed his bike test, riding round the world AND the camera work. He's obviously still doing a great job. Not that I'm not impressed with Charley and Ewan! Makes me ashamed to be a bit of a fair weather biker. Best of luck guys.

Love It

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:41:38 GMT

I love the video clips. I find myself going to the website a few times a day just to get updated. (On my breaks of course) I can't wait for the DVD to come out and watch it all again. Stay Safe eh!

One Fantastic Journey

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:44:47 GMT

I am so enjoying your new adventures. I loved Long Way Round immensely. The Libyan Roman site looks amazing. Can't wait for the show to air in November. Thanks so much for sharing your experiences on the website. The videos are so cool, its great to take part in watching all your daily adventures. I have a look every day and its great as its happening right now! My brother in law Rick and his partner saw you all and the bikes in Dover, he was also travelling to Italy on his motorbike for time out, he is travelling around Corsica and Sicily and might go across to North Africa. Stay safe and have the time of your lives. love Ploppy and Jake xx

Great

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 20:37:47 GMT

I'm loving watching the clips, they're great, you're all doing brilliantly. I can't wait to see the next episode!! Ewan I think you're fantastic!

Yes

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 20:40:53 GMT

Claudio, Congradulations for the clips!!! They are really interesting. Keep going like this. See you soon God bless you

Thanks

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 20:52:13 GMT

Enjoying the clips very much from my cubicle, while my Honda 599's waiting for me in a garage for a small trip this weekend. Congratulations guys and thanks. Be safe.

Claudio the best

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 20:54:03 GMT

Keep the clips coming Claudio, I check the BBC site many times a day to watch the clips. I gives me something to look forward to. Danksy

Best Wishes

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 21:16:45 GMT

You have just missed a very funny piece of television - Gordon Ramsay teaching Chris Moyles how to make a chicken curry. I think he might cook for you when you get back! Have a safe journey. We are really enjoying the logs and video clips and appreciate they are not easy to prepare in the difficult conditions.

Great job Claudio, Ewan and Charley

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 21:19:03 GMT

It is soooooo exciting going on this trip with you guys. It sure looks like you are having a great time, wind, sand, and all. Claudio, and who ever else is bringing all these wonderful videos and text to us, you are doing an excelelnt job. Sorry to say that the clip with Claudio in the truck, was not coming through, but the text could be read. That is the only one so far that wouldn't play. Perhaps it will get fixed! You guys have made thousands of fans VERY VERY HAPPY. It is such a great treat that you included all of us in your trip. It's almost, [ha ha], like rideing right along with you. I am sure you will say ,"yea, right'!!!!! Thanks again. Ride safe and be safe----- Char

Slick or what!!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 21:33:59 GMT

You guys have certainly got it packed tight this time. LWR was a bit amateurish compared to this...well done and be careful... its dangerous out there!!!

Best wishes!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 22:20:54 GMT

HI guys. I�m so thrilled that you are doing another epic journey! I love that I can check your progress every day, {obsessed much?} and see that your both ok. I started watching LWR with my husband and his best mate Dean - since then I was hooked and watched it all. You inspired Dean and his flatmate to film �The top way round� on their bikes where they camped on the route up to Scotland and back. It was a low budget production ,but we all enjoyed watching it just the same. I have to say that I really love you both, and the work you do with UNICEF is just marvellous, it brought tears to my eyes on more than one occasion in the last series. It�s so nice to see you as you really are and not just a character in a film. I have nothing but admiration for you both. Best wishes to you, and the rest of the team. Lots of love xxxxx

CLIPS

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 22:39:41 GMT

Keep going lads, i am really enjoying visiting your website to catch up on the days events, the clips are excellent it feels like we are there with you ! Andy T

Makes my day!

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 22:46:07 GMT

I can honestly say it is the highlight of a Long day at work reading and watching your posts as your trip goes! All the best and I am really looking forward to the next couple of months! Hi from the west coast of Canada!

Loving it all

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 23:19:41 GMT

I am enjoying every bit of these videos. These guys are wonderful,Brave and a little nuts. I love them .Thanks

Clips are great

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 01:27:37 GMT

I followed Charlie's progress on the Dakar website last year, but this is even better with the clips and logs. The lack of broken bones and petrol stained eyeballs is a real boon too. Overcoming the hard bits are the things that make a journey great, but I hope there are more good days than bad ones for you all. Can't wait to get my hands on the DVD and book. Good luck for the rest of the trip.

Heck yeah!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 02:34:27 GMT

Oh, how we are enjoying the clips!! It makes us feel as if we are right there with you guys, if only... This is so much better than when you did Long Way Round and we never heard anything! Keep up the great work in keeping us posted! We really appreciate it!! And stay SAFE! Much love and respect, Liz

Love the updates

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 02:38:26 GMT

Thanks for keeping us posted with the video clips and logs. It's great to get the little sound bites, amazing really that you can upload them to BBC on the road. Sounds like a great adventure so far, love the feeling of being apart of it.

Future Biker

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 03:07:39 GMT

The clips are AMAZING you guys!! I can't wait to visit the site everyday and see where you are. I got in trouble last week for going online at school to watch the clips but it was totally worth it!! Peace! From Cody

Thanks for the Videos and Updates

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 03:23:24 GMT

Ewan, Charley, Claudio, Jimmy, Russ, and all the team, Thanks for the great videos and updates! I wrote a poem for all of you: Wherever you ride I ride with you With you in spirit I follow I send my best wishes true And my prayers with you always go So whenever the way is dark And hopelessness falls nigh When circumstances be stark And you look down and sigh Know how much others care And trust in God above Know my thoughts are always there With blessings and hope and love Take care and much love, Lisa

Amazing Trip

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 03:25:11 GMT

Wow the Long Way Around was amazing and tracking you guys on the Long Way Down is awesome can't wait for the full view DVD BBC 2 isn't available in the US so can't follow everything. Watch out for the sand and any chance we will see Claudio on his trusty Russian bike in this trip? My list of envious trips is growing by the minute as I follow your journey!!! :) Can't wait to see what is around the next corner.

Fantastic Work!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 05:04:03 GMT

I look forward to seeing more new clips each day. It's great to have almost up to the minute videos and pics! It's just fascinating to me. I can't wait for more adventures in Africa! Big hugs, Ewan and Charley! And stay safe.

Enjoying this journey!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 06:39:03 GMT

Hello! I've been having a grand time watching the clips and reading the transcripts and updates on this site. This is really excellent work keeping everybody updated on what the guys have been up to during the trip. One day I'll definitely go on my own adventure to the other side of the world and I have you guys to thank for waking that sense of adventure in me. Stay safe. Have fun and as we say here in the Philippines, 'Ingat lagi!'.

Great thanks!!!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 07:15:54 GMT

I enjoy every clip thanks to your great work very much!! I love Claudio!!

Pillion

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 07:12:40 GMT

The clips are great!! It's like being a part-time pillion looking over the lads' shoulders. Keep it up and ride / drive safe.

great Clips

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 07:16:17 GMT

The clips a really great. I can not wait to see your final documentary. Hopefully it is going to be broadcasted in germany..

Video Clips are the start of my day

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 07:34:23 GMT

The video clips are the start of my working day guys keep them comming. I would like to take this moment to wish you all Good Luck on your Adventure in The Long Way Down, the sights you are seeing and the sights you are going to see will live with you forever and what better way to share them with everyone through daily Logs and Video's. Fantasic job guys keep them comming!

Great stuff!!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 08:00:23 GMT

Great to see the guys out there enjoying those amazing countries. Great clips and blogs (not on tv over here just yet!! but can't wait to see the full programme). Ever think about doing a bike tour of New Zealand?!?!

Oh Yeah! LOving the clips

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 08:16:35 GMT

It feels like being along with you in a way and eases the impatience for when the full show will come out. Claudios doing a great job with the clips. Has Claudio got a bike with him in this trip? I like to think he has and gets the chance to ride occasionally as well. Keep up the good work everyone :D

Inspiration

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 08:21:27 GMT

You have inspired me with Long Way Round, Charley with Dakar coupled with a very good friend of mine who did Enduro Africa 2006 in aid of Riders for Health to get up off my back side and learn to ride a bike. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Looking forward to watching Long Way Down. Where next?

Addictive stuff

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 08:55:43 GMT

Keep, it coming ... I am hooked! My wife and friends thought I went on endlessly about LWR. Now they are getting daily LWD updates. I couldn't be happier about this site. My wife, not so much.

Leptis Magna

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 09:09:07 GMT

Isn't Leptis Magna somewhere in Wiltshire? I think you guys are winding us up with all this Lybia stuff, you're really just outside Swindon aren't you, come on, you can tell us, we won't tell anyone else!

Program comments so far!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 09:33:39 GMT

I have watch and pick up your update from the site, I am please to follow Ewan Charlie and their team this way... Just hope The long way down will be as good as the long way round... just a word of advise.. don't make it to easy for them! It is an adventure at the end of the day the viewers want to watch not another BBC documentary! Lets have some action, thrill,emotional momments, things are tough in Africa! please don't be put off by BBC rules! health and safety regulations lol!!

Ride Safe

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 10:31:17 GMT

Guys (and girls in the office) Fantastic. I can't wait until the DVD comes out...once again the magical combination of travel and bikes is being brought to us all by the only guys (and girls) who can. Ride safe and keep smiling because everyone watching this is enjoying every minute. I hope Russ has another pair of unique underpants to wear at the finish..

Going solo, or duo, or trio?

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 11:25:21 GMT

Hello Chaps, I sincerely hope you guys are going to spend a fair amount of time away from the support vehicles. Long Way Round was truly awesome because of those moments where it was just the three of you. Maybe I'm just a purist or something, but all the best guys! Dan

Great job Claudio!!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 11:22:31 GMT

I really like your clips! I feel like I'm taking a part in Long Way Down!! I'm following your road every day:I look at maps,I even check the weather conditions to see how it'll be on the next day of your extraordinary trip! And Claudio:you make fantastic job,you make me smile. I can't even imagine how hard work it is,every evening when everybody is tired so as you-YOU're sending last videos to website!! Good luck Guys!!

Support UNICEF

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 12:40:39 GMT

Another truly epic and fascinating journey. I hope people will be moved to generously support your nominated charities. Keep safe.

Great clips, keep them coming...

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 12:44:10 GMT

Claudio, you are doing a great job with the clips. It's fantastic to be able to follow your journey. It will be great to see it after completion and I hope, being in Australia, we wont have to wait too long to see it. Long way down eh? how about continuing a long way down-under?

Loving the clips!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 13:23:55 GMT

Well done, Claudio! I'm starting each day with the clips, and it's fantastic to keep up with where you all are and what you're seeing. Keep up the great work! Take care, Anika xx

video came through!!!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 13:29:51 GMT

Just a p.s. to tell you that the video with Claudio in the truck, has come through, loud and clear,so all is well. Again, thanks so much for all that you guys are doing for all of us Ride safe and be safe. Char

Loving your work darling!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 13:27:41 GMT

Bless Claudio and Jim for all their hard work! Easy to forget about all the guys behind the scenes, wouldn't be a show to watch without you .. THANKYOU! Safe trip everyone ;-)

Yeah U GUYS

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 13:45:01 GMT

I got real player now so i can watch the videos anf there all good and i can't wait to see Long Way Down on tv in November and Ewan i am hoping to see you in Decemember in Otherllo. Take care. love u loads. Laura xxx

Claudio!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 13:54:30 GMT

Keep these clips coming! I'm just loving all of it. You all are inspiring a serious travel bug. LOL, although I could live without the sandstorm. I think the 'CLAUDIO � PAY ATTENTION!' sign will need to framed at trip's end. What a hoot! As always, be safe!

fascinating stuff

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 14:00:45 GMT

I missed the Long Way Round and only saw it on DVD so loving the fact I am reading the logs as and when they happen as the trip progresses. Good luck guys, enjoy the trip and stayy safe!!

Jimmy and Dave

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 14:12:21 GMT

Were Jimmy and Dave able to get into Libya? I don't think we've seen or heard anything about them since the guys has been in Libya. Sure would like an update on the two Americans on the team. The Roman ruins look amazing! The second clip won't play for me... maybe later. I'm loving the clips and the photos and log entries! The whole team is doing a fantastic job! I wish them a continued safe journey and exciting adventure.

Thank you!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 15:44:14 GMT

Thanks for putting all these great clips on the website. I always check for new ones when I get home from school. Me and my friends LOVED The Long Way Round, and it looks like this is going to be just as good! Thanks again!:)

In good hands!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 19:19:19 GMT

You guys are in good hands with Claudio! Cheers for the cameraman!

Journey of a Lifetime!

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 19:50:28 GMT

I'm sitting in an office in Texas, but my thoughts are with you guys. I love catching up with you both (and Claudio too) everyday online, and I can't wait until the series hits TV in a few months! Pleasant journey.

Looks Good Guys.

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 01:45:12 GMT

Looks good boys. Updates are great. thanks Claudio. Your not silly, in the 4x4. What are the nights like there, are they cold. ? Freeze the balls of a brass monkey here in australia at the moment. Stay upright boys. Stay safe team.

Claudio! Brilliant!!

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 01:58:06 GMT

Thanks so much for all the hard work- All of you!! It is wonderful to be able to follow along on your 2nd! trip of a lifetime. I ride my little Honda to work everyday, dreaming of such an adventure. You guys are beautiful and the work your doing for Unicef is wonderful. :) Love ya!

Thanks Guys!!!

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:20:33 GMT

I just want to say thanks for the site and the adventure. I feel like I am there with you. I check the site daily. Just can't wait for more. Ewan I love you and think you are just wonderful. Charlie you too. Keep safe and I just saw Miss Potter and it was wonderful of course what else do you expect from Ewan?? Nothing but the best!! Just waiting for the Dvd!!! Keep safe all and just waiting for more!!! With all my Love, Jeanna

The Clips are terrific!!

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 03:45:46 GMT

It's so cool that we get to follow them along for the ride so to speak! I'm loving every minute!

thanks

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 15:57:06 GMT

Hi to you all, thanks for keeping us all up dated on your journey. I am at home recovering from cancer and reading your updates and watching Ewan especially is keeping me going! Trying not to go back to work until you have completed the trip! Keep clips of Ewan coming Louise x

LWD clips

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 18:23:05 GMT

Great to see the team back in the saddle. Just revisited LWR on DVD (3 disc special edition!!!) again and cant believe what you all went through.Fab entertainment for us so following your progress is an absolute must. Good luck Ewan, Charley and you all and be safe on your journey.

Best of Luck!

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 20:31:59 GMT

Glad to see you boys are enjoying the trip, and my prayers are with you for a safe journey! Thanks for the clips! XOXO, Libby

Greetings from a Womble

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 09:29:56 GMT

You guys rock. Bought my guy your last book which took him all summer to read. Took me a couple of days. I went to see UB40 in Cape Town as the first multi-racial band to play in South Africa when apartheid stopped. Happy Days. Enjoy your journey. God Speed to you and the crew. Hope your wife is recovering Charley. Big up to her! xx

POT NOODLE

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 12:55:55 GMT

Chaps here's a metaphorical POT NOODLE. Thought you might need it... Keep up the good work and watch out for Rattle snakes.

Loving the updates

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 11:51:38 GMT

hey guys, its great to see the updates of the journey. I'm watching them on the same type of laptop Claudio is editing from. Looking forward to seeing more*

Libya

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 19:21:03 GMT

Just found your site and good to see someone else enjoying Libya. I used to live in Tobruk 1968-9 and went back again in 2005. Tobruk hadn't changed for the better but the people were so welcoming. Also visited Leptis Magna - well worth the trip. Plenty of past and present photos of Tobruk and Libya on www.tears.org.uk As a non-biker I thoroughly enjoy watching/reading about your trips. Very envious of your adventures. Good luck with the rest of the journey.