Yes i joined in december, I will wait till the next issue of gambalunga (great mag) before i book a ferry, then i will have to sort out a tent, sleeping bag etc. As a matter of interest what is the minimum gear i could take without buying panniers, i have a mg tankbag (ebay) and the bike had a venturer rack on it when i bought it. I have toured on a bike before but always went for the easy option (hotel or B&B ).
Gary