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The Positive Energy Tour: an eco-minded world roadtrip

The Positive Energy Tour rethinks the roadtrip: produce more energy than you use. In this interview, Robin details a two‑year solar e‑bike setup, why pace matters, and what autonomy means on the ground—charging, water, navigation, and fatigue management. Follow their journey and take practical ideas for your own low-impact ride.

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Travel with Planet Ride and unlock our partner perks

Booking a Planet Ride roadtrip in 2026? Your email may include partner promo codes: 6 free Fotomate “disposable-style” prints and 5 free Fizzer postcards made from your own photos. Learn when to download the apps, how to fit them into real riding days, and where to find the limited-time free video edit offer—plus quick FAQs for using perks with patchy coverage.

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Western USA motorcycle road trip: must-see stops

Plan a Western USA motorcycle road trip through Grand Canyon, Zion, Arches, Las Vegas and San Francisco. A realistic 2026 guide to pacing, heat, reservations, offline maps and the best stops on the road.

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The “Bionic Rider” on His Motorcycle Trip to Iceland

A candid interview with the “Bionic Rider” on his Iceland motorcycle trip: 14 full days on the island (plus the Faroes), 8,500 km all-in, a Versys 650 pushed onto gravel, river crossings that rewrote his idea of travel, and wind that demanded real risk management. He shares his favourite spot—Landmannalaugar—and simple advice to go beyond the Ring Road.

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Interview: Pierre-Emmanuel, the campervan roadtrip specialist

Interview with Pierre-Emmanuel, campervan expert. Since 2007, he’s designed around thirty destinations and works with Planet Ride to build routes that don’t feel pre-packaged. Why travel with your own rig? How does the road book keep freedom without a convoy? What changes when your “home” is always with you—and why support crews matter when mechanics or health issues arise. Includes a short FAQ and planning tips.

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Sylvain: Taking on Mexico by 4x4—guided by readers’ challenges

Mexico 4x4 roadtrip: Sylvain follows reader challenges—Tijuana to Cancun in 3 months, $5,000 4x4, off-road wins and muddy setbacks.

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Vespa: the Dolce Vita scooter, from 1946 myth to the 946 Armani

Vespa, Dolce Vita icon—1946 to 946 Armani. From Corradino D’Ascanio’s flat-floor revolution to the limited 946 Emporio Armani with ABS and numbered exclusivity, revisit the myth and what it changes on real roads. Then turn inspiration into action with a short, practical mini-guide: cadence, route choices, fuel habits, offline navigation and parking strategy for Italian secondary roads like Lake Garda, Umbria or Puglia—at scooter pace.

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What Planet Ride Loved Online in March 2015

A curated snapshot of March 2015: the tweets and posts we loved, why they mattered to roadtrip moto culture, and the practical lessons that still hold in 2026—pace, flexibility, and the right pre-trip setup.

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Africa roadtrip: 5 unusual landscapes to ride

Ride across five unusual African landscapes, from Lake Natron and the Rift to the Djebel Saghro, Tunisian ksour and the Sindou peaks. This article highlights what makes each terrain special, where to pause, and how to pace a motorcycle roadtrip with practical Planet Ride field advice.

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The “Equipée”: five tough women on the Himalayan roads

Voyage moto himalaya: five women ride 2,500 km across Northern India in 3 episodes—Manali, encounters, Sachs Pass. Real terrain, real effort.

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We Tested Them for You: Travel Apps to Pack for Your Next Trip (2026)

Roadtrip travel apps we actually use (2026). From packing lists to navigation, Wi‑Fi, itineraries, currency and translation, this curated shortlist keeps small problems from eating your riding time. Includes a simple 2026-ready setup (offline maps, eSIM, charging) and a mini‑FAQ to stay connected and arrive calm—whether you travel by motorcycle, car, or campervan.

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Interview with Alex Zurcher, Planet Ride Co‑Founder

Alex Zurcher, Planet Ride co‑founder, shares what motorized roadtrip travel really takes: the bike he rides daily in New Delhi, why Planet Ride was built as a trusted bridge to local agents, and what he learned crossing Mongolia and riding Rajasthan’s Aravalli Hills. A grounded pro tip on pacing your day plus a short FAQ on guides, trip length, and staying connected in 2026.

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