Deon Schmidt
AGE: 46
MARITAL STATUS: Engaged
PROFESSION: Teacher – Geography, Rugby coach
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN RIDING MOTORCYCLES: On and and off for 30 years, Dual purpose bikes for 5 years
WHAT RIDING EXPERIENCE DO YOU HAVE: Mostly touring tar and dirt, some commuting
WHAT IS THE FURTHEST YOU HAVE RIDDEN IN ONE DAY: About 1000 km
ADVENTURE TRAVEL: Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland, Lesotho
WHAT MADE YOU DECIDE TO BOOK ON THE CAPE TO CAIRO 2011: Love to travel, Photography, Love Africa, My dream trip, Been researching this trip for years
PERSONAL FEELINGS: Excited, Great anticipation, Nervous, Excited!
EXPECTATIONS: New horizons, Landscapes, People, Experiences, Great riding, Improve skills, Cultural experiences
FEARS: Keeping up with the group, No serious incidents to group or bikes