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    Old man on a bike

    Hi, great site. I discovered you via members commenting on my BLOG with great kindness. I am an old Brit, probably something of a Blimp. I have spent much of the past two years riding a Honda 125 CG down from Mexico to Tierra Del Fuego, then north to New York. Next journey? Is India suitable to a 76-year-old?
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    Introduction Approved

    First and foremost I would really like to mention that I feel honoured in approving this introduction thread.

    Welcome sir, to xBhp. Many of us have read about you and your great ride on your blog, and have been really amazed. I, for one, have been left with absolutely no words. Wonderful, really.

    At this age, you have been doing what, perhaps, we have been dreaming to do for years now! This is really phenomenal. I had already gone through that blog of yours atleast three times, and enjoyed the fluent text as well as the wonderfully penned experiences to the fullest. Thanks a ton for sharing all that.

    As for India being suitable for a 76 years old, just come down and discover for yourself. It would be sheer pleasure to meet you, for sure.

    We all look forward to hearing more from you, not to mention meet you personally when you do visit India. And once again, a very warm welcome to xBhp - you are a part of the family now.

    P.S: At 75, you are, officially the oldest xBhpian..
    Last edited by Aryan; 01-20-2009, 04:47 PM.
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    • #3
      Wow! Its certainly an honour to have you here on xBhp!

      You are most welcome to revisit India and im sure many here are eager to know more about journeys

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        Originally posted by simongandolfi View Post
        Hi, great site. I discovered you via members commenting on my BLOG with great kindness. I am an old Brit, probably something of a Blimp. I have spent much of the past two years riding a Honda 125 CG down from Mexico to Tierra Del Fuego, then north to New York. Next journey? Is India suitable to a 76-year-old?
        Welcome to the family sir

        Its our honour to have you here. Went through your blog, flattered by your ride and narration..
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          Originally posted by simongandolfi View Post
          Hi, great site. I discovered you via members commenting on my BLOG with great kindness. I am an old Brit, probably something of a Blimp. I have spent much of the past two years riding a Honda 125 CG down from Mexico to Tierra Del Fuego, then north to New York. Next journey? Is India suitable to a 76-year-old?
          A very warm welcome to xBhp.

          Thanks a million for making the likes of me feel like teenagers, both literally and figuratively . I am 41, been riding since I was 20.

          What you've done is a rare thing...but even if through some miracle I come across a thousand Simon Gandolfi's...the numbers will not take away even an iota of the admiration your accomplishment awakens in me.

          Looking forward to your travel through our amazing country sir. A septuagenarian hard-core motorcyclist shall be a most inspiring sight.
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            Originally posted by simongandolfi View Post
            I am an old Brit, probably something of a Blimp. I have spent much of the past two years riding a Honda 125 CG down from Mexico to Tierra Del Fuego, then north to New York.
            That's the height of modesty! a very warm welcome and glad to have you around...!! You must have had an amazing experience those two years - It is a regret I can't access the blog from work... will be reading it as soon as I get back home. Heck - we guys go on a ride for a week or a couple of weeks at the most and invariably, it becomes a life changing event. I can't imagine how a two year ride might have been!

            Again, welcome and please share your experiences with us!
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              After seeing you all I can say I am no longer afraid to be old, real old. And after this redefinition of the scale, suddenly Old Fox has been reduced to a mere teenager, and I am still to be born!
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                Originally posted by Sunny View Post
                And after this redefinition of the scale, suddenly Old Fox has been reduced to a mere teenager, and I am still to be born!
                LoL
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                  It is a great privilege for us to have you here, sir! Welcome to xBhp!

                  We'd be more humbled if you ride through our country.
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                    Originally posted by simongandolfi View Post
                    Hi, great site. I discovered you via members commenting on my BLOG with great kindness. I am an old Brit, probably something of a Blimp. I have spent much of the past two years riding a Honda 125 CG down from Mexico to Tierra Del Fuego, then north to New York. Next journey? Is India suitable to a 76-year-old?

                    Awesome man....... you again proved age is not a barrier for following your heart...... keep traveling...... you remind me of the movie 'The Fastest Indian' based on legendary New Zealand speed bike racer Burt Munro....... too cool man....... come to India n see for yourself...... your blog is cool......
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                    • #11
                      oh Man... Simon, weren't you awarded the the "Sir" title by the British government yet? May be we should write to Mr Brown about it... or, even better, to Her Highness.

                      A born traveler, a biker, a writer and I am sure you'd have many more brilliant faces of yours hiding from my view that you'd have mastered while growing up three quarters of a century, what a personality would you be to here on xBhp!!!

                      I saw your book's poster somewhere when I was in the UK and felt interested. But I returned and forgot about it! Will pick it up when I find it the next time

                      So, you have toured India 45 years back!!! Now, if you come back to India with the same memories, you are not going to like it. But then, there's so much in India that a person like you would be interested in... so, you can still spend years traveling through this country and you won't spend a single day without raising your eye brows

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                      • #12
                        Simongandolfi - Junior Member says 'member status'. funny .

                        Feels great to have known about you and thanks to people who have introduced Mr Gandolfi to xbhp. you make use truly believe in being young at hear. Kudos to you.

                        As for touring in India, perhaps there isnt much I can tell you which you arent already aware. But plan your route according to the time of the year that you intend to visit. Of course, one post about any place you intend to visit and people here will provide you almost all the information that you need to know. Wish you good luck. I am sure India will charm you just as it did in your last trip 45 yrs back
                        Last edited by rockrider; 01-20-2009, 09:35 PM.

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                        • #13
                          oh my god!
                          First we had a thread on you which i was going through in this morning and your blog too.and now you are here with us in the evening.
                          Welcome to xBhp.
                          Last edited by nabendubasu; 01-20-2009, 09:34 PM.
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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by Aryan View Post
                            Introduction Approved

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                            P.S: At 75, you are, officially the oldest xBhpian..
                            can any tell me who are the Second n third oldest xbhpians

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                              Welcome sir - a real privilege to have you here among us. Well, its not a problem to ride in India, and you'll get friends everywhere. we'll all be more than glad to host you! The good part of india is - you may travel solo, but you'll never be alone!
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