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VagabondIII

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Looking for a cycling partner for a tour across Australia
« on: February 01, 2010, 11:56:19 AM »
I am a second year University student studying at Concordia University in Montreal, Canada. I really feel as though I'd like a break from my 4 year program to go out and live, like really gain some real life experience. I am planning a 3 month long self supported cycling tour of Australia and New Zealand. My current plan is to take the fall semester off (September to December) and be back for Christmas. This is one of the best times to visit Australia since it is spring and will not be unbearingly hot in the desert and should be a very comfortable temperature and climate in the mountains and coastal regions. Having cycling across Canada in the summer of 2008, I am fairly experienced in long distance cycling touring. My proposed route begins in Perth and ends in Brisbane, following the southern shore. Depending on how much time remains, a short two or three week tour of New Zealand could be in order.

I'm not a huge fan of solo bicycle touring, especially on such a long trip (6000km) and am therefore looking for a cycling partner with an awesome sense of adventure. 
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Re: Looking for a cycling partner for a tour across Australia
« Reply #1 on: February 02, 2010, 11:40:33 AM »
Yeah, I'm actually pretty keen on seeing the desert, I've cycled through the Canadian prairies and really liked the feeling of openness and emptiness.  I know that it will be different but I still think it will make for great cycling. 

This won't be the first time where I'll have to drink warm water for days on end... 

thanks,

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Re: Looking for a cycling partner for a tour across Australia
« Reply #2 on: February 02, 2010, 01:01:56 PM »
Some of my best memories out there are definitely in the desert... there is something really magical about it... good luck finding your mate!
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