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Good to hear you post on this Gent/Peter. I thought that was one of the most amazing "it's a small world" coincidences I've ever heard about. Who would think that you two would cross paths again on a Triumph board that's as bike specific as this one is? Truly amazing!



Derek,

I really thought it was an appropriate time to say something, although without Bedouin's permission.
I don't know if any of you guys have ever met our Greek friend but he sure left a lasting impression on me listening to him describe his plans to some of the local guys just over 18 years ago (he corrected me about the date in his email).
One would think he took on a massive trek such as he did every other day.
I can tell you this - I will never forget the look in his eyes gazing across the sea, on the day of his departure for Africa. Sheer guts and determination if ever I saw it.

Bedouin young man, when you get to read these lines and I hope it will be soon, be assured buddy that I salute you and hope I didn't cause you too much embarrassment.

Come to think of it, I find it a tribute to your modesty that you never mentioned our recent exchange on these forums.