Guzzirider Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 I guess The Long Way Round was always going to be different than your average Joe's trip because it was two luvvies and a cameraman making a documentary. After watching the DVD and reading the book, I still admire what they did because it was tough even though they had the luxury of support vehicles etc. The main thing that annoys me is that Charlie is too posh to swear properly- when he says "f**ing hell" it just sounds stupid because of his posh luvvie accent. He has cleverly made a mint out of the trip though, and has been doing personal appearances at bike shows etc ever since- and credit to him for attempting the Dakar. I have watched that Mondo Enduro film that Ferguzzi mentions and that is ace- really good fun and the complete opposite end of the spectrum to the Long Way Round. Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard100t Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 Hey guys there is a great show on Real TV channel tonight (US) called "Long Way Round" It's about Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman preparing to ride BMW's around the world. It' really quite good even though I don't have a clue who Charley is, my guess is you folks in the UK could fill me in. Looks like it's going to be a series and will continue on. Thank goodness it's NOT a reality show. Does anyone know about this? Check it out. 81265[/snapback] Hmm I had a funny thought, I was remembering Steinbeck wrote a book titled Travels with Charley. Similar thing 'cept Charley was a dog Well that & they just traveled around America looking for story material. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belfastguzzi Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 I guess The Long Way Round was always going to be different than your average Joe's trip because it was two luvvies and a cameraman making a documentary. After watching the DVD and reading the book, I still admire what they did because it was tough even though they had the luxury of support vehicles etc. 81847[/snapback] I haven't read all this thread, but it seems to be repeating what was said in the previous threads on same topic. I agree with G.rider that the trip should be admired and enjoyed. Why be damningly critical about such a venture? The fact is that they got out and did it – in whatever way made sense in their circumstances. Of course it was going to be different than 'the average trip', for all sports of reasons. One reason being that there was not much time for planning and preparation. In that case, it makes sense to set-up a project office and get people to help with the planning and prep. It got them out there and they've done the thing. Even better, they took along people to film it, which among other things means that we can vicariously enjoy and understand a bit more about such a venture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Barrett Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 Hmm I had a funny thought, I was remembering Steinbeck wrote a book titled Travels with Charley. Similar thing 'cept Charley was a dog Well that & they just traveled around America looking for story material. 81852[/snapback] How about Robert Louis Stevenson's Travels with a Donkey leads on to Travels with my Aunt which inturn leads to Charley's Aunt and were back with Charley and Ewan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Barrett Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 Any way don't worry you'll be able to read my serialisation of the 2006 Round Britain Rally on this site, If you're really lucky I'll include details of the planning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frenchbob Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 Hmm I had a funny thought, I was remembering Steinbeck wrote a book titled Travels with Charley. Similar thing 'cept Charley was a dog Well that & they just traveled around America looking for story material. 81852[/snapback] But he did it in a TRUCK! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve G. Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 I must admit, I easily noticed the grand "sponsorship" that Charlie & Ewan enjoyed, and was jealous of it. But I understand why they would get such sponsorship, and why I would not. And I'm ok with this fact. I have large respect for them simply because of the route that they took, that god forsaken route through Kasikstan, Mongolia and the Road of Bones. This is NOT a route around the world I would take! Anyone with a hint of adventure smoldering in their bones would surely be inspired in some manner to do something similar like that. It has inspired myself and 8 others in my riding group, who are confirmed in a 3 week Baha California Sur run next February. Some have gotten new duel purpose machines, totally against character and habit. Small by comparison, but certainly a taste of what there is to see out in the world. Heck, it's inspired me to go to night school to clean up my Spanish basics! Ciao, Steve G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orson Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 If I was a young millionaire...would I take a round the world trip with 2 support trucks, mechanic, chef & Swedish masseuse named Olga? fookin' right I would Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g.forrest Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 i've been told they missed a days showering on this grand adventure and spoke of the horror! is this true. i havn't seen the movie. but i'll get it. but i won't pay for it. If I was a young millionaire...would I take a round the world trip with 2 support trucks, mechanic, chef & Swedish masseuse named Olga? fookin' right I would 81956[/snapback] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belfastguzzi Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 i've been told they missed a days showering on this grand adventure and spoke of the horror! is this true. i havn't seen the movie. but i'll get it. but i won't pay for it. 81971[/snapback] Same thing happed at the Erin last year. It was dreadful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest aironepony Posted March 14, 2006 Share Posted March 14, 2006 There is a Chinese re-make of this film where the journey is made in the opposite direction...............starring Wong Wei .................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossoandy Posted March 15, 2006 Share Posted March 15, 2006 well folks after reading all your comments, good an bad.... I've come to the conclusuion...we are all F___N JEOLOUS of what Ewan and Charlie have done! We would all gladly have taken their places I am sure.. those that havn't read the books or seen the dvd i suggest you find a copy as soon as you can!. Ride safely, enjoy your Guzzi.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest aironepony Posted March 15, 2006 Share Posted March 15, 2006 well folks after reading all your comments, good an bad....I've come to the conclusuion...we are all F___N JEOLOUS of what Ewan and Charlie have done! We would all gladly have taken their places I am sure.. 82166[/snapback] Nope!...........and ................nope! ................ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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