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“Travelling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” – Ibn Battuta

Not chasing destinations.
Chasing the feeling of getting there.

We’re Agata and Joris – two riders exploring the world on two wheels. From remote off-road tracks to long-distance journeys across continents, we share real stories, tested gear and the kind of adventure you can’t always plan.

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🛵✨ Big news for The Healing Road ✨🛵 Wouter is pro 🛵✨ Big news for The Healing Road ✨🛵

Wouter is proud to announce that his charity project The Healing Road has received an official endorsement from Iron Butt Association Benelux (IBA Benelux).

Together, they’re taking on a monumental challenge: the SaddleSore 1600K — riding 1,000 miles in just 24 hours. To honour this, IBA Benelux will create a unique certificate carrying both the IBA and Healing Road logos — a true symbol of endurance and remembrance.

💡 Thanks to IBA Benelux:
✔️ Every participant can order a special Healing Road starter pack at no extra cost.
✔️ Licensing fees for IBA USA are covered.
✔️ Riders gain access to invaluable long-distance riding experience and guidance.

📅 In spring/summer 2026, riders from across Europe will roll out from different starting points, ride 1600 km in 24 hours, and converge in Roeselare — all in memory of Brecht, and in support of Thimon.

This is more than just a ride.
It’s about pushing limits, finding strength on the road, and proving what we can achieve together.

👉 If this journey speaks to you — and you’d like to know more or even join — reach out to Wouter directly.

#TheHealingRoad #IronButtAssociation #CharityRide #MotorcycleCommunity #RideForACause
Women only Nepal Trip Day 0 – What a Day! From Kr Women only Nepal Trip
Day 0 – What a Day!

From Kraków through Dubai to Kathmandu - the adventure has officially begun!
Kasia and I teamed up for the trip, and after a long night of flying, we landed in Nepal around 6:30 AM. What a contrast to Dubai’s glitz - Kathmandu felt raw, real, and alive from the very first moment.

Of course, immigration wasn’t exactly a walk in the park. Our visa applications were “not quite right,” so we joined one queue… only to find out we needed to queue again (twice!) to redo the process. Oh well - could’ve been worse!

Our luggage was already spinning on the belt (my brand-new light-colored bag came out unrecognizably dirty 😅). Then we grabbed some local cash and met the local team waiting for us at the airport. They greeted us with the warmest welcome - beautiful garlands made of marigolds.

After check-in at the hotel, we got a lovely welcome tea (so good!) and breakfast before finally catching up on some sleep. We definitely earned that nap after an overnight journey.

Later, we met up with the rest of the ladies, picked up our bikes - mine’s a black Royal Enfield Himalayan that still needs a name, so hit me with your ideas! 🖤 - had our first briefing, and went out for a traditional Nepali dinner.

The evening was unforgettable: delicious food (minus the coriander 😅), Yeti craft beer, local rice moonshine, and live dance performances. At some point, we even ended up on stage trying traditional Nepali dance moves we’d never seen before - and it was pure fun. 

We were also showered with gifts - T-shirts, stickers, soap (yes, soap!), and keyrings with names of 8,000-meter peaks. Mine is Dhaulagiri (8,168 m) - fingers crossed we get to see it on the way!

Tired but happy, with great team vibes and that electric feeling before the first ride. Tomorrow, the adventure truly begins!

[Agata]

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Women Only Nepal Trip – Day 1: Kathmandu - Bandipu Women Only Nepal Trip – Day 1: Kathmandu - Bandipur

You know how it goes when you plan to leave at 7:30… and life has other ideas? 😅
Well, that was us this morning. One bike decided to take a break — carburetor troubles — so we got delayed right away.

The plan was to hit the road early to avoid the Kathmandu traffic and heat, but even with the late start, the city chaos wasn’t too bad. Some of the girls needed a bit of time to get used to riding on the left side (and the… let’s say creative traffic rules — if there are any at all!).

The first 25 km took ages, but once we cleared the city, we found ourselves on a twisty, scenic road through a national park. Rough tarmac, beautiful jungle, and — finally — our first glimpses of the snow-covered Himalayan peaks.

A quick break, and we were back on the move. A landslide forced us to change our route — no mountain road today, more traffic instead — but hey, it’s all part of the adventure.

By midday, the temperature hit 40°C, and with the humidity it felt like riding in a sauna. Fingers crossed the next days bring some cooler air!

Later, we swapped the “adventure asphalt” (the kind that rattles your teeth out 😂) for a proper dual carriageway. Took me a while to figure out which side was which, though — the lanes seem to change direction whenever they feel like it!

Our stop for the night couldn’t be more perfect — Bandipur, with its stunning views and a sunset over snowy peaks that left us speechless. 

After a walk through the old town — all stone streets, warm smiles, and amazing architecture — we ended the evening the best way possible: dancing in the street! Local performers pulled us in, and saying “no” wasn’t an option.

Tired, sweaty, and happy — that’s how every good adventure should start. Tomorrow, the real Himalayan magic continues.

[Agata]

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@advinside

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When Agata came up with the idea to trade the rain When Agata came up with the idea to trade the rainy Polish autumn in 2024 for some tropical sunshine in Costa Rica with MotoBirds, it sounded like a genius plan. Well… she did find rain – just the warmer, wetter kind (not like the one you fine on Faroe Islands or in Scotland). But hey, when you’re in full adventure mode, you take it all in stride.

Check out a short recap of the trip posted on our website.
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@coolridedeutschland
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@wolfmanluggage
@eastboundmototools
@motoadventurestore
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@advinside
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📅 Mark your calendars! The next big chapter of The 📅 Mark your calendars!
The next big chapter of The Healing Road is set:

➡️ Thursday, May 14th, 2026 – Departure of the SaddleSore 1600K (that’s 1,000 miles in 24 hours!)
➡️ Friday, May 15th – A well-earned rest day
➡️ Saturday, May 16th – Celebration in Roeselare 🎉

👥 Who can join?
Everyone’s welcome.

Want to take on the full SaddleSore? You can start with Wouter in the Czech Republic or plan your own route from elsewhere. The only goal: arrive in Roeselare within 24 hours.

Not up for 1600 km? No problem! Ride part of the way, meet others on the road, or simply join the Saturday celebration. Every rider counts.

⚡ How does it work?
This is a community ride, not an organized tour. That means:
✔️ You ride your own ride — your gear, your bike, your responsibility.
✔️ Valid insurance is a must. Road assistance is recommended.
✔️ All costs (fuel, food, repairs, drinks) are on each rider.
✔️ Respect the road, respect others. If you break the law, you’re out.

💡 Preparation matters:
There will be a session with members of IBA Benelux so you can learn from the pros about long-distance riding. And remember: this is about endurance, not competition. Listen to your body — there will always be another chance if you need to stop.

🙌 Want to help?
Organizers, idea-bringers, and anyone with skills to share — you’re more than welcome. Together, we’ll make this an unforgettable event.

👉 More info is available via the link under the IBA Benelux logo on the website of The Healing Road.

#TheHealingRoad #IronButtAssociation #RideForACause #MotorcycleCommunity #SaddleSore1600K
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