The guys on the Adventure forum suggested I post this here as well.

[Brian B]

I've just written up with photos an account of my first gravel road ride on a Motor Bike out the back of Raetahi. In fact it was my first real ride on a motor bike on the road full stop. Those interested can view it here http://travel.topicwise.com/doc/Ruaiti2011 It's just a quiet scenic ride so may be not that exciting for most members. Compared to the distances you guys do its nothing, but I really enjoyed it.

I have a couple more rides, one a 3nighter, I'll be posting on the same site in the near future. Should I put the link here as well?

Cheers

[Pedrostt500]

Good read looks like you had fun. There are a few threads in the Adventure bike forum that cover paper roads, but the best approach is to ask the land owner first.

[grbaker]

Very cool and a good excuse not to start any house renovations.