01/09/2026
1,200 Miles, 24 Hours, One Unforgettable Ride! 🏍️💨
Black Widow MCC Secretary Karl Hopper-Young just completed an epic whirlwind trip down to Montpellier and back!
The Journey Down:
* Started bright and early with the 8:24 AM Channel Tunnel train from Dover to Calais.
* From Calais, it was non-stop riding all the way down to Palavas-les-Flots, bypassing Paris on the way out for a super smooth, clean run.
* Arrived in Palavas at 8:30 PM, just in time for a quick shower and a light dinner after a long day in the saddle.
A Morning in France:
* Started Monday at 7:00 AM with a quick dip in the sea—just a 1-minute walk from the house! 🏊♂️
* Followed it up with a proper courtyard breakfast: croissant aux amandes, a ham & cheese salad with egg sandwich, and a pain au raisin and washed down with café au lait
* Met up with the builders at 2:00 PM to take care of business.
The Return Leg:
* Departed Palavas-les-Flots at 2:15 PM, taking a spectacular scenic route back through the mountainous countryside over the Pyrenees, crossing the iconic Millau Viaduct, and hitting Paris around 8:00 PM.
* Caught the 3:24 AM Channel Tunnel train early Tuesday morning (Sept 1st) to complete the return trip.
Final Stats & Notes:
* Total Distance: 1,200 miles covered in under 24 hours of riding time.
* Bike Status: The CVO Street Glide ST handled all weather conditions like a champion and is now officially ready for its first service!
* Item to Fix: The toll tag decided not to play nice during the trip—needs some investigation before the next run.
A truly amazing experience riding in all conditions. On to the next adventure! 🏁
Changing attitudes and opinions..one event and ride at a time..
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