Che Guevara and Alberto Granado's journey through South America in 1952 on a Norton 500 motorcycle is one of the most famous motorcycle journeys of all time. Guevara's experiences on that journey led him to become a key figure of the Cuban Revolution and one of the greatest inspirational icons of the twentieth century. Steve Holmes and Pete Sandford's journey through South America in 2009 is arguably the least known motorcycle journey of all time, but it took them on the same route, through Argentina, Chile, Peru, Colombia and Venezuela. Along the way, the pair did battle with some of the most dangerous environments on the lanet including the Atacama Desert (the driest place on Earth) and the mighty Amazon River. To make it just a bit tougher they made the trip on authentic period Nortons just like Che's. Che's motorcycle never completed the 5000 mile journey. Would Holmes and Sandford's 60-year-old bikes survive this epic trip? To infinity and beyond relates the dangerous and exciting adventure as they follow Che's route faithfully.
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'An astonishing book about an incredible adventure' --Mike Carter, author of 'Uneasy Rider' and 'One Man and His Bike'
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Steve Holmes is an ex-punk whose band once supported the Boomtown Rats. The anarchy may have died but his adventurous spirit remains. Steve (Blackburn, Lancashire) got into two wheels via a Lambretta SX200 but nowadays rides a Ducati 749s-Chalk and cheese. His other passions include skiing, water skiing, Manchester United and Stella Artois.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
McGregor, Palin, etc...eat your hearts out! these boys did it on there own
2 July 2011
Format:Paperback
What a dam good read, if you're a biker a traveler are like me just somebody who likes a good read, this book is for you. It gives a great insite into the different cultures of South America, it will make you laugh (Santa's Elves) it will scare you in parts, it may even restore your faith in human nature ( with stories of the generosity of the South American people, not to mention the Dutch woman).This book is a true adventure story, these guys did it all on there own, you guys had some bottle....and Steve you tell a bloody good story.....i almost felt like i was there.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Janey
Format:Paperback
Fantastic read, it made me laugh, it made me think, it made me want to travel there myself (on the back of one of my boyfriend's bikes). Going to Cambodia at Christmas and am taking it to read again. It's a great adventure story told brilliantly by Steve - where are you planning next and let me know if you write another.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Lisa x
Format:Paperback
What a fantastic read..I thought this book was gripping and full of adventure..the author has a great sense of humour which comes out in the book..A great true story with the ups and downs through every bit of there journey. With every page, paragraph and chapter i felt i was there with them. Simply great!! Lisa
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First hand account of how it is in Argentina, Chile,Peru,Columbia and...
This is an excellent read. A must for any one doing visits to any of these counries on the cheap. Particularly if you want to get alongside the local inhabitants. Read more
Published 4 months ago by C. G. Watson
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Impossible to put down.
I bought this book as part of a Christmas present for my husband. He became enthralled with the adventure and found the book difficult to put down. Read more
Published 4 months ago by su-zette
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Very satisfying read
I had mixed thoughts about this book as I unwrapped it at Christmas. I like motorbiking and motorbike travel books, but have no interest in classic bikes or South America. Read more
Published 4 months ago by T. Baxter
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crazy trip on old nortons!
A brilliant book. They must have been mad to ride up thru South America on two old Nortons,following the trip Che Guervara did,totally crazy but they did it! Read more
Published 10 months ago by road nomad
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excellent read
Bought this for my husband who has a 1954 BSA. He has thoroghly enjoyed this book, as did I when he had finished it. It is now being passed around his motorcycling friends. Read more
Published 11 months ago by L Smith
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A FANTASTIC READ
i cannot say how much i enjoyed this book i just could not put it down,if you want to read a first class motorcycle adventure then this is one book to read, worst part of the... Read more
Published 12 months ago by red 5
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent from start to finish
This is an excellent book; well written, funny and exhilarating from start to finish. It is like "the long way round" without the backup and the new bikes.
Published 13 months ago by Mr. James Canham
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Infidelity and back!
Steve Holmes is an author who, through an envious 'gung-ho' approach to life has realised that which most of us dream of - a unique way of transforming the ordinary into the... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Hopmeister
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One to tell the Grand Children
A mesmeric journey for Steve & Pete that will never be forgotten till the day they leave us! I'm not a bike fanatic but yet i was with them all the way whilst reading this book. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Janet Hunter
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To Infinity and Beyond. Stephen E Holmes
There is something truly inspiring about someone who is not content to just dream their dreams, but decides to realise them - especially when living those dreams means leaving... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Mrs G
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