Author: JoeCool

  • Hi-Res Music with a DAC – A quick guide

    Hi-Res Music with a DAC – A quick guide

    All audio devices – phones, music players, car audio unit, TV boxes have DACs to convert audio digital signals to sound waves. however as all these items are build to sell at low cost, the DAC in all devices have relatively low sound quality. The dac chips in most devices usually cost $15 or less…

  • Europe ride 2023 Valencia Spain

    Saturday 6 April 2023 Travel from Barcelona to Valencia Alfafar Spain Started ride late after 12pm as wanted to set off then realised i had not downloaded the Google offline map for today . Paused to eat a chocolate Cheerio as the Map download at the café wifi. Since I’m next to the Gaudi church…

  • Europe Ride 2023 Sintra Portugal

    Tuesday 9 May 2023 Travel from Lisbon to Sinatra& Nazare  Collect rack for bike n my full face helmet  What a fantastic change. No more back ache from the back pack . And my full face lets me sit up straight smooth air. Amazing.  Sintra top part are small one way mountain roads with switchbacks.…

  • Europe Ride 2023 Nazare Portugal

    Thursday 11 May 2025 , 12 may Visited Nazare lighthouse , rode from Nazare to Lisbon . Stayed 2 nights at Nazare to relax in beach town , n recover more from cold/caugh.  Checked our Nazare hotel at 12pm as wanted to relax in nice hotel. Nazare hotel privia. €90/night include bf n garage. Rode…

  • Are the swiss alps road pass open now? – Bing

    Are the swiss alps road pass open now? – Bing

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    Bing.com/chat replied The opening and closing of Swiss alps road passes can vary depending on snowfall and weather each year. According to dangerousroads.org, the road to the summit of Great St Bernard Pass is usually open from the end of May to mid-October. The San Bernardino Pass road is only open from May to November1. I hope…

  • Bard: What is the route by road from Bilao to Montpellier and how long will it take to ride a motorbike there?

    Bard: What is the route by road from Bilao to Montpellier and how long will it take to ride a motorbike there?

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    Bard.google.com replies The route by road from Bilbao to Montpellier is as follows: The total distance of the trip is 675 kilometers. The estimated travel time is 5 hours and 39 minutes. Here are some things to keep in mind when riding a motorbike from Bilbao to Montpellier: The estimated time to ride a motorbike…

  • Bard: Draft a Packing List for a Motorcycle tour

    Bard: Draft a Packing List for a Motorcycle tour

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    Draft a Packing List for a Motorcycle tour Bard: Here is a packing list for a motorcycle tour: It is important to pack light for a motorcycle tour, so only bring the essentials. You will also need to make sure that your gear is durable and weatherproof, as you will be riding in all types…

  • Bard: Tolls for motorbikes in Europe

    Bard: Tolls for motorbikes in Europe

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    How do I pay tolls for motorbikes in Portugal, Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, Swizerland There are a few ways to pay tolls for motorbikes in Portugal, Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, and Switzerland. It is important to note that the toll payment methods that are available may vary depending on the country. For example, in Portugal,…

  • Bard: What is the speed limit for motorbikes in Portugal, Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, Swizerland?

    Bard: What is the speed limit for motorbikes in Portugal, Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, Swizerland?

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    Bard replies: The speed limit for motorbikes in Portugal, Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, and Switzerland is as follows: It is important to note that these speed limits can change, so it is always best to check the current regulations before driving in any country.

  • Bard.google.com on Swiss Alps

    Bard.google.com on Swiss Alps

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    What is the weather like in Swiss Alps in early May The weather in the Swiss Alps in early May is pleasant, with average temperature highs of around 20°C and lows of 7°C. It is still spring, so there is a chance of rain, but the days are generally sunny and the nights are cool.…