Africa Bike Week 2011

April 29th, 2011

My dad, being an avid bike lover and Harley owner, was up with the sparrows to join the Harley Davidson, Durban Chapter on a ride down to Margate for Africa Bike Week. Although my parents had been multiple times I’ve never been to the event and joined my mom in following the bikes down the coast in the car.

 

The atmosphere is electric, with thousands of bikes and people taking over the sleepy town. The unmistakeable sound of Harleys fills the air, as people ogle bike customisations and cameras are everywhere.

 

I, of course, was armed with my camera, and took a few pictures of the event, the beach, and some cool bikes.

 

Africa Bike Week 2011
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Fishing for Kids

April 23rd, 2011

I was dragged through some arty shops today, and strangely found myself enjoying it. Any excuse to stay away from the studying has become the oasis to my desert. In one of these shops I stumbled upon a collection of cards by Redback Cards and WulffmorgentHaler. They are brilliantly funny, so much so that I just had to buy one. Below is the one I bought. You can visit their website here.

Fanta Lift

April 20th, 2011

I so want to ride this lift. Watch Fanta make every bodies day.

These along with the awesome open happiness trucks are just amazing marketing. Whatever team is behind it, you guys rock.

Babylon’s Ark

April 19th, 2011

Whenever the general stupidity of humankind plays out there are always casualties. Whether it be other humans, the planet or the beautiful animals that inhabit this earth, the list of casualties for our greed, ignorance and arrogance is never ending. Taking the initiative and doing what he can to correct some of our idiocy is Lawrence Anthony.

 

My first encounter with Anthony was through his first book, ‘Elephant Whisperer.’ Despite its unimaginative name, it seems as though there are whisperers for every animal these days, the book was a fascinating look into one of my favourite animals. This time Anthony, again with the help of Graham Spence, tells his story of reaching out to help the Baghdad zoo as America continues its attempt to get rid of every terrorist in the world.

 

Spence and Anthony brilliantly portray what it’s like to be in a war zone attempting the seemingly impossible. Mixed with a few humorous moments and interesting characters, you’ll quickly be transported to the battle ground. Anthony’s interesting perspective on handling situations is most admirable, although he continually points to others as the heroes of his story.

 

Your heart will break for the animals as you root for the zoo staff and their mountainous challenge. A must read.

 

Wave House

April 17th, 2011

The Wave House has been around for many years in good old Durban. A massive man made machine that produces solid waves to ride. Despite its age I had never ridden the beast and decided that this week it was time. My friends Mandy and Jin joined me, although they refused to ride with all sorts of rather lame excuses. Thankfully that meant they could man the camera and catch these awesome shots of my epic failures and mild successes riding the D-Rex. Enjoy.