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Getting a motorcycle and riding around without a GPS in my face or earbuds has been amazing for getting away from screens and tech.

I highly recommend it.

An unexpected side effect is a new small group of friends who don't give a shit about tech, but share an interest in sampling food from faraway restaurants and getting there using as few highways as possible.

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Long distance motorcycle travel stretches this to a few days, weeks or months. When you reach your hotel after hours of riding, you're too tired to reach for your laptop.

Unfortunately, it also makes sunny days unbearable when you're stuck at the office. Never park your bike within sight of your desk.

I live in Melbourne, Australia. Whilst I understand the reasons and generally approve of our COVID-19 response, a side-effect is that any activities outside of 5km from one's home have been banned for the last three months (and with about a two week break in the middle, effectively the last six months.) Riding a motorbike within that 5km radius is not considered exercise, which is otherwise permitted. Net result - no riding for me... :-(

I miss exactly what you're describing. It's amazing how much solo time on a bike clears my head!

Oh that stinks. I hope things get better and you are able to ride again soon!

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