July 2008

Looking for a Bike Rental in August ?

Depending on the model of motorcycle our rental rates will range from $150-$225 CAD per day.

Also, we can accommodate self-guided tour groups that would like pre-arranged itineraries and accommodations booked ahead of time. With our knowledge of the area RMMH can provide you with the best in accommodations, meals, routes, roads, scenery and sites! Contact Us for details.

— Tyler Douglas, July 22, 2008


May 2008

We’ve added 2 new BMWs to our fleet

Due to the growing popularity of quality BMW bikes in the sport touring and enduro world, we decided to bring in the bike everybody’s been asking for, the R 1200 GS.

In addition to that RMMH can also offer a new F 800 ST, for those who crave a solid touring bike with a bit more of a sporty feel to it.

For more information see our Bikes page

— Tyler Douglas, May 20, 2008


March 2008

2009 Dates

We just released our 2009 Dates - see schedule below:

Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Holidays 2009 Routes & Dates

Look for our 2009 prices to remain competitive to our 2008 rates. Also, we hope to possibly be adding an additional ‘Alaskan Adventure’ Holiday (late July ‘09) that will tour north up the Rockies of British Columbia to Alaska and back featuring an overnight ferry ride through the majestic inside passage of the Pacific Coast Island chains. As always, if you have any questions regarding our 2009 schedule please don’t hesitate to contact us!

Contact us directly for motorbike tour details on availability, flight options, and itineraries.

All prices are in Canadian funds — for current exchange rates please call or email us.

5% GST is added on many of our Canadian trips.

Prices for riding your own motorcycle or riding solely as a passenger with our guides are available upon request.



— Tyler Douglas, March 28, 2008


April 2008

RMMH Spring Press and Media

Spring has arrived, the sun is beginning to shine and we’re gearing up for another great touring season. To coincide with the our season officially kicking off we’ve been lucky enough to be mentioned or featured in many motorcycle magazines and journals this month. Publications include:

  • Road-Runner Magazine: Ride-along article on last season’s Pacific Rim Adventure.
  • Triumph Magazine: ‘Triumph World’ section mention of our R.A.T. members discount.
  • Robb Report Motorcycling: ‘Destination Anywhere’ piece about our hands on service and approach.
  • British Dealer News: Article in the ‘Name Drop’ section regarding our relationship with Triumph over the years.
  • RoadBike Magazine: Mention in ‘Top 40 - 2008 Tours & Rentals Buyers Guide.’

To view these articles about RMMH and many more visit our Press & Media section

— Tyler Douglas, April 25, 2008


RMMH partners with OpenRoadJourney

As part of this partnership, all OpenRoadJourney Pro Members will receive 10% off tours with Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Holidays.  See OpenRoadJourney for more information about how to become an OpenRoadJourney pro member.

— Tyler Douglas, April 1, 2008


March 2008

2008 Schedule Changes

The new date for the recently added Pacific Rim Adventure (8 Days Total, 6 Riding Days) is July 13th - 20th, 2008.

Our Sea to Sin City Holiday (13 Days Total, 11 Riding Days) has been reduced by two days total. As well, the price has come down accordingly to a range that we feel is more comfortable for a brand new tour offering.

Follow the links above for more information. For a complete Tour Listing including routes, rates and dates click here

— Tyler Douglas, March 6, 2008


February 2008

End of an Era

Although a tough decision for her and a huge loss for RMMH, we’re very happy for Libby as she has accepted a position with another company that will allow her to further her career. Libby has been synonymous with RMMH over the years and has treated every single Rocky Mountain guest with a high level of respect, service and professionalism. She will be sorely missed among colleagues, clients, peers and friends alike.

Best of luck Libby, they’ll always be a space available for you on the tours.

— Tyler Douglas, February 28, 2008


RMMH and Harley Davidson

Trev Deeley MotorcyclesRocky Mountain Motorcycle Holidays is pleased to announce that we’ve finalised a rental agreement with the Home of Harley-Davidson in Vancouver since 1917 - Trev Deeley Motorcycles.

We now can facilitate a Harley rental for our guests at no extra cost to them. Trev Deeley features 7 of Harley Davidson’s top models for rent including the Heritage Softail Classic, Electra Glide Classic, Roadking, and the Softail Fatboy.

See our bikes page for more information or check out Trev Deeley Motorcycles for all the available models.

— Tyler Douglas, February 23, 2008


Video footage and a lovely poem from one of our guests

After visiting us at the MCN Show in London, she penned this lovely little poem about her Holiday and uploaded some footage they took for us all to enjoy. 
Lesley, Geoff and their Sprint ST


View this montage created at One True Media
Rocky Mountain Montage



Rockies
We came to ride the Rockies
With the Rocky Mountain Moto Team
We did it for Geoff’s birthday
It had always been his dream
Well his dream was truly awesome
We had the best trip of our lives
They’re great at Rocky Mountain
They even entertain your wives

There is Mangler king of munchies
Knows all the menus to a tee
Fine fish, best meat and vegetables
He’s the expert, you will see
Good ol’ Mangler is a happy soul
Has a grin from ear to ear
Well who wouldn’t faced with all that food
And liquor, wine and beer

Jarvis knows the fast roads
He’ll let you go off at a pace
Someone should have reminded Geoff
He was not competing in a race
Our Jarvis likes the ladies
He spins lines - I’ve heard a few
He’ll introduce you to the clubbing scene
If you enjoy a bop or two

Derek’s a smouldering mystery
A man of fewer words
Apart from on the radio
When he and Jarvis spot the birds
An ornithologist and a leading guide
On our first day, through the freeze
Then in the truck to Nelson
I had the pleasure of his knees

Then last but not least Libby
Her work is never done
With hotels and meals to pre-arrange
It’s all chores and little fun
She is a smart efficient cookie
The brains behind the pack
She was there to wave us on our way
And there again when we got back

In addition to the Rocky team
There were folk from far and wide
From the States to bonnie Scotland
And the gang from Merseyside
We all embarked upon this journey
More strangers than as friends
Over time we shared adventures
As pals we parted at the end

There was Bill the biscuit baron
He likes Ferraris and Fat Boys
One night he almost added Daryl
To his little box of toys
Bill hails from bonnie Scotland
Where Bill’s are known as brave
At the nightclub with young Jarvis
He once nearly had a rave

Paul was the only yank aboard
The wise guy from the hood
Who moved North to Toronto
When he heard the life was good
He had never rode a Triumph
But he soon got the ‘knack’
And now he’s switched from Edelweiss
He ain’t never goin back

Mike donned his Harley t-shirts
A new one for each day
He wears them when he rides back home
The hog goes best that way
Jean she liked the slower pace
She never missed a scene
Shot pictures of the wildlife
Sky so blue and trees of green

Jan was a real speed trooper
But she needed lots of wees
She couldn’t do what the boys did
To water all the trees
Derek and the triple
Well they got on just fine
He might have swapped for the ST
But Geoff said ‘Hands off it’s mine’

At last my ditty’s over
My little tribute to the team
My thanks for letting him indoors
Realise his special dream
It’s been great to ride the Rockies
The mountain passes and the bends
The food the beer and the company
Of some special new found friends

Take Care now!!

Les & Geoff Draper
XXX

— Tyler Douglas, February 13, 2008


January 2008

Look for RMMH at the MCN London Motorcycle Show at ExCeL

The contents of a blast e-mail sent to guests by RMMH on December 13th, 07.

It’s that time of year again when Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Holidays starts gearing up for the MCN London Motorcycle Show at ExCeL. We’d like to invite all of our former and potential guests in the U.K. who can make it to visit at our booth (# S-03).

Representing RMMH this year will be my brother Brandon (of course), Mike Dyndul, and myself (Tyler). I’ve yet to meet many of you and I look forward to the opportunity. We’ll be in London from January 29th through February 6th, 2008 and we’d love to catch up with each and every one of you. Especially those who want to take us out for a few pints after the show. We look forward to seeing many of you there.

For more information on the MCN London Motorcycle Show at ExCeL go to:
MCN London Motorcycle Show at ExCeL

— Tyler Douglas, January 18, 2008


November 2007

RMMH Visits Motorcycle Show in Seattle

Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Holidays visits the Cycle World bike show on Saturday tho check out the latest in bikes, touring, gear and much more. We do not have a booth but will always make ourselves available for questions or to those who just want to chat. Call 604-938-0126 or e-mail Brandon with your contact information to get ahold of us.



Look for us to be with guys from British Italian, our local Triumph Dealer.
British Italian Motorcycles


For more information on the Seattle Bike Show go to:
Cycle World Show in Seattle

— Tyler Douglas, November 29, 2007


Motorbike Feedback from our Guests

So this year we added the BMW R1200 RT, the Moto Guzzi Breva 1100, and the Aprilia RSV 1000R:

The BMW R1200 RT was our response to the now extinct Trophy. People seemed to really enjoy the Beamers for the comfort level and touring capabilities. RMMH was planning on adding the BMW F650 GS for ‘08. However, we’ve recently received numerous requests for the R1200 GS which appears to be emerging as one of the top adventure touring bikes. Should we add the 650 GS, the 1200 GS, both?

We just noticed BMW’s plans to introduce the F800 to the GS line-up. What are people saying about this compromise between the 650 and the 1200?

Also, we’re looking into establishing a formal rental agreement with our local Harley Davidson dealership. This would allow us to facilitate a Harley rental for our tours much more easily. Not everyone’s cup of tea we know, but a solid portion of the European market wants to ride North America on a Harley. Not to mention our American clients who ride a Hog back home. Who would be keen to rent a Harley for our tours?

Do you have any comments about changes Triumph made for 2007 to the Tiger and Sprint?  Do you prefer the old-style Tiger, or feel the change is for the better? How about the ‘08 Triumphs? Does anyone have an opinion on the new Street Triple? Maybe a little too small?

Any thoughts on the Italian motorbikes we’ve added? We think the Guzzi’s a solid touring bike and the Aprilia is a great toy for those off-day rides.

We love to hear your comments - good and bad!

Sign up for the Members section! Give us your feedback. Already a member? Login and post a comment.

— Brandon Douglas, November 24, 2007


News from our Founder

Mike recently traveled to Paris, France to attend a Bike Show. But not before snapping a great shot of his Daytona & the Rocky Mountaineer on one of his last rides of the season. 


Here’s what Mike C. had to say:

Last sunny day before snow on the Duffy - It was my first ride on the new pavement from Pavillion to Cache Creek. Worth the trip…




‘08 Speed 3 - Sexy!




Guide Bike and for guests who look tippy?!




Also, I was at the Big Paris Motorcycle Show at the end of September. It was very cool, on the same caliber as the Birmingham NEC show, but with lots of wealthy Frenchmen. I was there on press day and had a good walk around. There were no touring companies there, but there was lots of emphasis on Sport Touring, both on the manufacturer booths and clothing booths. Triumph chose the Paris show to introduce their ‘08 clothing range.

I did not bother to check into pricing on a booth, but the Triumph dealer i know in Paris is the MV Agusta importer and he had a rather large MV Agusta booth. He’d know pricing and might be willing to go in a space and have you rent a corner. MV owners definitely have the $$ for a RMMH trip and most have several bikes. The only problem is that you would need to have people able to speak French working the booth. The only conversations I had at the different booths that wasn’t in French was at the Triumph Booth. Most wealthy Frenchmen can speak English very well, but would need that 1st contact in French. Canada is definitely perceived as an exotic destination!! The other problem with this show is that it is a week long and thus requires quite a bit of staffing.

Good luck with the London show & ‘08 Bookings.

All the Best,

Mike Ciebien


More photos from Mike on his trip to the U.S. East Coast . . .





— Tyler Douglas, November 21, 2007


September 2007

Additional Day Added to our Pacific Rim Adventure

In response to overwhelming pressure from our guests, and you know how we love our guest, we’ve decided to succumb to the pressure and add an extra day to the end of the Pacific Rim Adventure. In order to give our guests ample time to soak up the beauty of our Province’s Capital, Victoria, we’ve tacked on this bonus ‘day off’ before we ride home. For those who are more keen to ride than others, Brandon has scouted a great little 250-300km ride for that day that takes us along the SW Island Coast, through Lake Shawnigan, out to Port Renfrew, and loops back to Victoria. We apologize to the members of this year’s inaugural Pacific Rim Adventure who did not get to reap the benefits of an extra day in Victoria, think of yourselves as pioneers to the movement!

Pacific Rim Adventure (8 Days Total, 6 Riding Days)

— Tyler Douglas, September 12, 2007


Links to Motorcycle Tours Around the Globe

We believe that forming a working relationship with our so-called 'competitors' provides access for our guests to the motorcycle touring community. In turn, business for all touring companies is generated on a global scale, and you, the customer can aspire to cover almost every continent on 2 wheels. You've heard of "The Long Way Round" instead take the 'easy way round'.

Motorcycle Touring Partnerships, Publications, & On-Line Information Resources

Triumph Motorcyles

Triumph Motorcycles (Global)

BMW Motorcycles

BMW Motorcycles - Touring Companies (Global)

Trev Deely Motorcycles (Harley Davidson)

Trev Deeley Motorcycles (Vancouver, Can.)

British Italian Motorcycles

British Italian Motorcycles (Vancouver, Can.)

Adventure Motorcycle

Adventure Motorcycle (Global)

OpenRoadJourney

Open Road Journey (Global)

Motorcycle Cruiser Links

Cruiser Links (Global)

One Wheel Drive

One Wheel Drive/Cycle Magazine (North America)

Due South Motorcycle Tours

Due South Motorcycle Tours (South Africa)

Motomotto Motorcycle Tours

MotoMotto Motorcycle Tours (Turkey)

Moto Adventure

Moto Adventure (Spain)

Move Motorradreisen

Move Motorradreisen (Germany)



— Tyler Douglas, September 6, 2007


August 2007

Our 2008 Motorcycle Tour Dates & Rates have been released!

Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Holidays 2008 Rates & Dates

Overall, approximately 80% of our rates have come down from our 2007 prices. In addition we’ve added 2 brand new holidays including a mid-season trip we’re calling “Old Faithful” that features Yellowstone National Park. Then we’ll wrap up 2008 with our “Sea to Sin City” tour that travels from San Diego, CA to Las Vegas, NV. Space is limited, don’t hesitate to contact us!

Contact us directly for motorbike tour details on availability, flight options, and itineraries.

We offer a 5% discount on the above prices for any 2008 holiday booked prior to January 31st, 2008. Cannot be combined with any other discount offer.

All prices are in Canadian funds — for current exchange rates please call or email us.

5% GST is added on many of our Canadian trips.

Prices for riding your own motorcycle or riding solely as a passenger with our guides are available upon request.

— Tyler Douglas, August 4, 2007


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