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| Paul Smart | Signed on: Wed 03 Dec 2008 15:46:17 CST
Royal Enfield "Susan"
Thank you so much for the tours and all the interesting insights about the area where you live, it was a special experience which I plan to do again.Susan was just right in every way, loads of fun yet relaxing too! she corners and handles superbly and did everything I asked of her.Susan is a silver Electra folks...just in case you were wondering!
Admin's Comment: You are welcome anytime Paul, perhaps I'll get to follow you next time? | | | | Roger Newton | Signed on: Fri 14 Nov 2008 11:02:57 CST
Yamaha Fazer 1000
Dear Phil,
"Excellent accommodation in a glorious area which has much to enjoy. Initial thoughts were that the pace was possibly a little slow but we soon recognised that this was sensibly judged to allow the scenery to be appreciated and to avoid difficulties, given the variety of bikes and rider ability. Later in the tour there were occasions when bike and rider potential could be more safely explored. Every effort was made to ensure that the participants enjoyed each aspect whilst allowing us individual time and space to become familiar with the immediate area.
Certainly a memorable holiday, well organised and in good company. I returned home an even more enthusiastic biker"
If i can persuade my wife to come on the back of an Enfield I am very minded to spend a few days in Llanes on our way down to Murcia next April/May and have a day out with you if this is feasible. I will be in contact nearer the time.
With best regards to Jackie and yourself.
Roger Newton | | | | Harry Cummins | Signed on: Fri 14 Nov 2008 11:03:41 CST
BMW R1200GS
Hola Phil,
I just wanted to say thank you to you and Jackie for making myself and the others on the tour so welcome. It was my first trip to Spain, I am so pleased that I chose Bike-Astur in Northern Spain. The hotel was excellent and I thoroughly enjoyed the riding experience in the warm sunshine and in the rain on a couple of occasions.
See you at the Classic Bike Show in Stafford, all being well.
Hasta Luego
Harry | | | | Ian Whitehead | Signed on: Thu 21 Aug 2008 10:03:20 CDT
Harley Davidson 883 Sportster
Dear Phil & Jackie,
What an awesome experience!!
We had a fantastic time, saw many amazing sights, enjoyed incredible food and hospitality.
Your tour (ferry,hotel,and ride outs) without a doubt exceeded all our expectations and your attention to detail was superb.
We have just downloaded the photographs we took and we have said whoh and wow over and over again, absolutely brilliant.
Sincere thanks from us both, hope to see you next year, Ian and Carole,
P.S. It took us 10 hours to get home to Leicester on the M% and M42. Give us Spanish roads anyday!!!!!!!! | | | | Dave Bealing | Signed on: Mon 04 Aug 2008 15:27:36 CDT
Royal Enfield Electra "Rita"
Hi Phil and Jackie,
Thanks for a great and memorable holiday, we all enjoyed ourselves immensely and I can't wait to return again next summer with my girlfriend. I was very impressed with "Rita" and have just traded in my Moto Guzzi V1100 for a brand new Electra in Racing Green which I pick up a week on Saturday, now to think of a name.....
Bye for now, Dave
Admin's Comment: Rita has been very popular this year, but we can blame Graham Parker for that!!!
Might I suggest Matilda as you are from Brisbane??? | | | | John & Mary Davey | Signed on: Mon 04 Aug 2008 15:28:42 CDT
Royal Enfield Electra "Barbara"
Hello Phil,
Thank you for a most enjoyable and rewarding holiday, with luck I will manage to attach a few photos to this email.One group ,one advertising shot and one Asturian panorama, Here's to the next time.
Best wishes,
John & Mary | | | | Trevor & Ros Livsey, | Signed on: Mon 04 Aug 2008 15:29:40 CDT
Royal Enfield Electra "Rita"
Dear Phil,
Although we are sure you got the impression that we were more than pleased with our recent holiday with Bike-Astur, we would like to offer again our sincere thanks for a great time in the Picos de Europa with "Rita" everything was deemed a "highlight" but to select a few here goes...Lunch at Isabel's...vulture watching...last meal of our tour with you and Jackie...San Glorio...the weather...the views....the caves...Saturdays ride...Mondays ride etc. the Hotel and Auntie....your workshop (Trevors highlight..not Ros's!) We learnt so much about Asturian life, thanks to you Phil, on history, flora, fauna,culture food, families etc.
We still think you have the worst job in the world and feel very sorry for you having to endure such hardships....NOT although we appreciate the hard work that you put in!
Our regards to Jackie, we are keen to get down to learning Spanish and have already located a source for the Michel Thomas system..who knows we may be as fluent one day as you Phil...don't know about the Brummie (sorry Wolverhampton accent though!!) We look forward to meeting you again thanks once again Ros & Trevor Livsey |  | | | Richard Williams | Signed on: Mon 04 Aug 2008 15:30:58 CDT
BMW R850R
Dear Phil
I want to thank you for a fantastic holiday. The whole thing was just great: organisation, hotel,company and of course the routes we covered. The scenery there is just fantastic; don't ever take it for granted. I have been boring everyone at home about it and very few Brits have even thought of northern Spain. The riding was sensational, it was the most stimulating and rewarding thing I have done since learning to ski, many years ago. Good luck with the business, I will recommend you if I get any chance at all. Many thanks, Dick | | | | Richard & Ann Howard | Signed on: Mon 04 Aug 2008 15:32:53 CDT
Dear Phil, Thank you for all your hard work in making the short break a very enjoyable holiday for us both. Please also pass on our thanks to the hotel for such a lovely stay. We are going to have a Bike-Astur evening in July, we will be wearing our T shirts and will raise our glasses to you and Jackie Regards, Ann & Richard (Howard) | | | | Trevor & Pat Ranson | Signed on: Mon 04 Aug 2008 15:32:20 CDT
Hi Phil, Just to say thanks for a very enjoyable visit. We had a super time, the hotel was excellent and your expertise both as an organiser and as a riderwere evident.Thanks again and we hope we might come back again. Trevor & Pat (It was all Grahams Fault) | | | | Neil &Jan Richings, | Signed on: Wed 06 Aug 2008 13:12:16 CDT
Triumph Sprint ST
Hola Phil,
Just a few words from us both to say a huge thank you for making our holiday a truly enjoyable experience.
Before the holiday we really did not know what to expect and were, I must admit a little apprehensive as it was our first biking trip into Europe. We really did have no reason for concern though, as right from the initial introductions in Santander it very quickly became obvious that the tour was going to be a success. Your friendly and relaxed manner put us at ease right from the start and it just got better and better as the holiday progressed and the group started to get to know one another better. We will most definitely be back for more in the future (maybe on an Enfield for the odd day.who knows?)So once again, heres a really big "Thank you" it really was a pleasure to be on the tour.
Adios y hasta luego Neil & Jan | | | | Jim Tyrie | Signed on: Mon 04 Aug 2008 15:33:28 CDT
Honda CBF1000
I just wanted to put in writing my deepest and most sincere thanks, for providing me with an excellent guided tour and 1st class food and accommodation all week. I really cannot express my thanks enough for providing such a wealth of knowledge and helpfulness throughout my trip. You can be assured that I will be recommending your tours to anyone who wants to see the REAL Spain at a pace to relax and unwind.
Lastly just to say MANY THANKS AGAIN and I hope to see you again in the near future, next time you are over here and you fancy a ride in Shropshire, give me a call.
Best Wishes Jim Tyrie CBF1000 | | | | Rod & Fiona Richards | Signed on: Mon 04 Aug 2008 15:21:27 CDT
We were both delighted with the tour - All of the arrangements from the smooth pick up at the airport, the hotel, the bikes, the routes etc. were better than we dared hope they might be. You have done the homework and it clearly shows. And I think Mark's dry sense of humour added that little bit extra enjoyment to our week.
After last years aborted start it was great to get out there and have"the experience" I will certainly be singing your praises to my colleagues over the next few months, that's for sure.
Thanks for a memorable week, ride safe.
Rod & Fiona | | | | Peter Neilson | Signed on: Mon 04 Aug 2008 15:22:01 CDT
Peter Neilson & Gilbert Marshall, Royal Enfield Electras
Hello Phil & Jackie,
Gilbert and I would like to thank you for a fabulous time touring on Enfields in the Picos.
Your knowledge of the geography and history of the region added an extra dimension to our holiday, and your hospitality much appreciated
The scenery and wildlife was amazing and the hotel delightful, we shall certainly recommend your tours to our fellow Royal Enfield Club members.
Thanks again Peter and Gilbert | | | | Robert Young | Signed on: Tue 15 May 2007 15:01:41 CDT
"I was close to the end of a gruelling but fascinating tour of inland Spain in my car, when I had a sudden urge to ride a motorbike. I had heard about Bike-Astur from the press, so I telephoned Phil from Leon entirely out of the blue and to my pleasant surprise he said he could fix me up with a mini-tour for two days around the Picos with an extra day to wander around Llanes. Within a few hours I arrived to find Phil had already booked me into an excellent hotel, all included in the price and everything arranged in record time. The next two days were spent on two characterful Enfields on a sublime tour of the most beautiful landscapes I have ever seen in Europe. It is so refreshing to find an organisation which is this flexible and Phil is not only great company, he is extremely knowledgable about the region.
This magical tour ended with a wonderful supper with wine flowing and bubbling conversation in the company of Phil and his charming partner Jackie. I had a great time and without hesitation recommend Bike-Astur. Excellent, 5 star operation and wonderful, personal service. A rarity anywhere in the world. In a word: Fabulous"
Admin's Comment: It was an easy choice...mow the lawn and clean bikes or go for a ride.....no contest really!!! | | | | David & Tonia Crouch | Signed on: Mon 05 Feb 2007 10:55:40 CST
Honda ST1300 Pan European
Hi Phil, Just a belated note to say thanks for a wonderful tour that I and Tonia both really enjoyed. A perfect match of distance/speed/ stops etc for us. Ferry crossing back was millpond smooth,I am trying to convince my normal touring partners to try Spain with you next year, so look forward to your new website. Wishing you and Jackie all the best. David & Tonia
Admin's Comment: Hi David, here is the new website I hope you like it,you and your friends are welcome any time.regards Phil | | | | David & Sherry Kerr | Signed on: Mon 05 Feb 2007 10:56:38 CST
Yamaha TDM 900
Hi Phil, I like the new website! Just a quick note to say thank you for all the work you put into ensuring we had a great time on the tour.
Regards David & Sherry | | | | Ken & Wendy Swan | Signed on: Mon 05 Feb 2007 11:03:43 CST
Royal Enfield Electra.
Hi Phil & Jackie,We just want to say a massive thanks.Also to Ray,Ivor,Ron,Matt and Joe. It was a pleasure to ride with you all. BUT MOSTLY TO THOSE WHO HAVE NOT BEEN WHERE WE HAVE BEEN AND SEEN WHAT WE HAVE SEEN on this tour, YOU REALLY SHOULD IT IS BRILLIANT, we will be back for another tour, it was exhilarating!!!
Best regards Ken & Wendy
Admin's Comment: Hi Ken and Wendy, It was a lot of fun on tour with you and all the lads. I think Matty deserved his "award"at the end of tour meal as did you and Wendy. best regards Phil & Jackie
| | | | Bill Patrick | Signed on: Tue 03 Oct 2006 14:31:18 CDT
BMW R850R
Thanks for the great tour we had with you last month, I saw the pictures on the website and thought it would be OK. Now I know those pictures are for real,I thought maybe you had \"borrowed\" them from somewhere else. it really is a stunningly beautiful area. We are definately booking with you in 2005 and I want a ride on those bikes you were telling us about, let me know when you take delivery of them, If you need any help running them in I will be first volunteer. Many thanks once again for making us so welcome and giving us a holiday to remember.Best regards Bill | | | | Mike Cameron | Signed on: Tue 03 Oct 2006 14:30:50 CDT
Motorcycle Voyager.
In May 2004 we rode with Phil Butler of Bike Astur whilst testing the BMW 1150Gs, new BMW 1200Gs and filming for our first MV-DVD project. I was delighted to get a second chance to meet-up with Phil for a couple of days riding in October and as promised I had brought my GSXR1000. Woohoo! Big Trailie or Hypersports, the roads and routes that Phil took us on were just awesome! Mind blowing scenery, fantastic food and of course base camp in one of the best hotels I have stayed in. Thanks Phil, I cant wait to return ! Mike Cameron | | |
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