Mount Pureora via Link Track
Yes I had a DOC Dog permit to run/jog/walk this track This is just the start of our 2026 year […]
Pete’s Adventures & Blog Posts
Let’s Not Forget 
In 1995 while driving for Contiki as a Tour Driver we stopped at Mauthausen Concentration Camp to see, learn, and
Project Troopy Update – November
Water/Air/Vent Access Hatch modifications So I’ve had to modify my Mission 4X4 access panels to work in my situation with
Project Troopy Update – August
Finishing Touches: Custom Panel Work for the Garmin Power Switch The last month or two have been busy ones, with
What Happens On Tour, Stays On Tour! Sometimes!
1995 — my third year and first Contiki tour, with rookie Tour Manager Peter O, part-time comedian, full-time character. Crossing
Project Troopy Update – July 
After 4 plus weeks of trying to work out the details of my water pump position, I finally worked out
Long Way Home
Have been riding motorcycles almost all my life. Well since the about 1974. Raced Motocross between 1976 and 1978 (before
Diary Of A Head Injury
Someone I know told me they saw an advertisement for Brain Injury short film. After spinning an hour, I found
Jones LWB Singlespeed
So April 2015 was the date I ordered my first Jones 29+ (LWB) and ten years later I still have
The Leaning Post of Taupo
Well, I’ve been to the Leaning Tower of Pisa so many times I have no idea to be exact but
New Zealand Where Adventure Awaits
In New Zealand anyone can seek an adventure and we have been doing this for decades. This video may inspire
Satellite Texting Available In NZ
At long last in New Zealand if you’re with One.NZ and if you’re on one of the cellular plans that
Kenya 1955
In 2012 when I was recovering from double pneumonia in my Nairobi hospital bed in need of something to read,
If Only There Was A Girlfriend Translator
20+ years ago I could’ve done with the girlfriend translator Service or app to understand what lady saying and code
My 2012 Africa (unplanned misadventure) Cycling Adventure
So 12 years ago this week I flew out of New Zealand heading to Africa for my second Africa adventure.
Short Weekend Day Out
Short walking adventure this weekend trying to keep cool with bush cover and altitude. First of drive around Lake Taupo
Out In The Truck Exploring On Foot
Today’s Adventure out to and around Kiko Loop Track This loop is off State Highway One just north of Tūrangi
Can You Ride A Bike?
Too many people start to learn how to ride a bicycle but unfortunately once they can stay on stop learning
Old Fence
Here’s a few photos of an old weathered fence. Lit by the setting Sun. Out walking about Taupo..
I Wonder ?
Having been a professional coach/bus (truck) driver. I’ve got asked a number of times for directions be at somewhere in