Argentina
Punta Arenas to Buenos Aires – Riding North
Back on the mainland in Punta Arenas I spent a few days in town waiting for a mechanic to take a look at the bike. Luckily the hostel owner was a moto guy and sent me to his mechanic. He thought I’d easily be able to sell my bike here. He called a few friends [...]
Tierra Del Fuego – The Land of Fire
I only keep up to date with a few websites. One of my favorites is Chris Guillebeau’s site “The Art of Non-Conformity” which continues to strike a cord with my life. It’s all about thinking outside the box, life design, entrepreneurship, and travel. The other day he posted a photo with a direct message that [...]
Patagonia, Argentina – Southern Ruta 40
A swift and simple border crossing and I’m back in Argentina for the second time. Back to desert. Windy windy desert. It’s a long days ride with lots of ripio before I arrive in Gobiernos Gregaros The wind has picked up significantly since the border and the landscape has changed back to Pampa. There’s [...]
Central Argentina
My friend, Charlie, has been following the journey with a map he keeps updated on his desk at work. Thanks for the support, Charlie! Argentina! Woot woot! Shortly after crossing the border I’m able to see the tallest mountain in South America, Aconcagua 6962 m (22,841 ft). I thought about climbing it, but then I [...]
