Alex Jackson - Riding in South Africa & Linda Bootherstone Bick - Into Africa With a Smile Motorcycle Podcast
Show Notes
Alex Jackson - Riding in South Africa & Linda Bootherstone Bick - Into Africa With a Smile
Alex Jackson - "South Africa - A World in One Country"
Alex gives an account of what it's like to travel in South Africa, how easy it is to go on your own or take a guided tour. He talks about what the weather is like at different times of the year, the scenery, what to expect with viewing wildlife, and more. He took his first trip to South Africa in 1998 and is about to take his 50th trip there. Having developed a passion for moto travel in South Africa he runs Kaapstad Motorcycle Tours, guiding trips and sharing his enthusiasm for this country. With all the experience he has in South Africa, he has a wealth of information to share about this magical country for those of you thinking of going there.
Twitter: KaapstadTours
Linda Bootherstone Bick - Into Africa With a Smile
Linda Bootherstone-Bick has been travelling around the world for over 50 years on a motorcycle. She's written three books about her adventures, with the newest one being "Into Africa With a Smile". The book is about her trip to Africa in 1974, a time when few people visited Africa, let alone on a motorcycle. She travelled around for 15 months, experiencing numerous breakdowns and even malaria. And despite all the setbacks, she still kept a smile on her face.
Matt Ennen - Scottoiler - Automatic Motorcycle Chain Oilers
Matt explains how to use and the advantages of automatic motorcycle chain oilers made by Scottoiler.
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Jim Martin
Jim Martin is the host and producer of Adventure Rider Radio, the longest-running and most respected podcast dedicated to adventure motorcycling. With in-depth interviews, expert insights, and a focus on real-world riding experiences, Jim brings over a decade of storytelling and production excellence to riders around the world.
What is Adventure Rider Radio – Motorcycle Podcast?
Adventure Rider Radio is the original adventure motorcycle podcast, established in 2014 and now the world’s longest-running show dedicated to adventure motorcycling. It features in-depth conversations, real-world stories, and expert insight from the people who ride, explore, and shape the adventure motorcycling world.
Hosted by Jim Martin and released weekly, the show brings you experienced riders, trainers, industry professionals, and long-distance travelers sharing hard-earned lessons about riding skills, motorcycle travel, trip planning, bike setup, gear, and the realities of life on two wheels.
From remote expeditions to rider development and decision-making on the road, Adventure Rider Radio goes beyond surface-level talk to explore the thinking, preparation, and experience behind adventure motorcycling.