We'd like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy New Year and hope that 2009 is a good one for you! Thanks to all who made 2008 a great year and we look forward to seeing you at some point in the future.

On that note, we'd like to introduce you all to some weekends in the UK we have planned.

This is an informal chance for anyone who fancies a ride with us. Don't worry, we won't be forcing any sales spiel on you, we're out there riding anyway so why not join us?! There'll always be past guests along too so you can get an unbiased view of our holidays.

There's no need to book, nothing to pay and no obligation to do anything if you do turn up. Post-ride food and beer in a close by pub will probably be on the cards too!

First ride: A classic ride in Derbyshire's Dark Peak on 21st Feb. If you're interested click here for more details.

Keep an eye out for ride dates and locations on www.ride-the-world.co.uk/freeuk and in future newsletters. Drop us an email to let us know if you're coming so that we don't miss you!