Category Archives: Opinion

Random Blurbs: Finally a dry day

Posted on June 29, 2015 by MotoADVR

I’m getting my butt kicked in the office, weather has been rain, sprinkled of thunder, topped with downpours. However, Sunday was finally a bright light of hope so I unchained Lola for a brief afternoon respite. I’m still working on … Continue reading →

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Random Blurbs: Fun with the GoPro

Posted on June 23, 2015 by MotoADVR

Castrol Moto is currently running a contest to win a new GoPro Hero 4 called #CastrolRideAmerica. I have some big plans to put together some great clips of the Tail of the Dragon in September, but obviously the contest ends … Continue reading →

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Random Blurbs: Full Tilt Whitetail

Posted on June 16, 2015 by MotoADVR

Over the weekend I joined a buddy of mine for a trip down through bourbon country . On the way I spotted a deer moving at full tilt through the trees. Fortunately I was on the brake and downshifting long before … Continue reading →

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Moto Philosophy: Charity and the “Poker Run”

Posted on June 3, 2015 by MotoADVR

The “Biker” stereotype has certainly been dulled in my lifetime. While still alive, in general, there has been significant growth in the number of motorcyclists, and therefore greater “acceptance” that motorcyclists aren’t societal deviants. What non-motorcyclists may or may not … Continue reading →

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Random Blurbs: Spring mowing and The Wall of Shame

Posted on May 22, 2015 by MotoADVR

It’s funny how “motorcycle weather” tends to compete with “golf weather”, but especially “lawn mowing weather”. The past week has mostly been “waiting on rain to stop so I can mow” weather, and unfortunately has delayed any cool adventures to … Continue reading →

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Random Blurb: Stop means Stop right?

Posted on May 12, 2015 by MotoADVR

Over the weekend I managed to zip down a few miles of my favorite local roads. After coming around a bend I caught a glimpse of an object moving at high speed on an intercept course. Fortunately, the early warning … Continue reading →

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Random Blurb: Afternoon Lunch Encounter

Posted on May 7, 2015 by MotoADVR

I’ve been slammed in the office the past few weeks. Fortunately the weather has been spectacular which has increased riding opportunities, but for the most part it’s just been the daily grind. Since I’ve not had anything pithy to write … Continue reading →

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Motorcycle Shopping: 7 Reasons to buy an Adventure Bike

Posted on April 23, 2015 by MotoADVR

Since the commenting that I’m in the market for an Adventure bike I’ve been met with apprehensive responses from a lot of different people. In attempt to better explain my interest, I started looking for articles outlining the advantages of owning … Continue reading →

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If it aint raining we aint training: first wet ride of the season

Posted on April 17, 2015 by MotoADVR

“If it aint raining, we aint training” is a common military expression I’m all too familiar with. While I’m a believer that nearly everyone has the physical capability to become a solider, what excludes most people is the mental fortitude … Continue reading →

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Friday Fail: Trusting the Weatherman

Posted on March 27, 2015 by MotoADVR

After double and triple checking the forecast early this morning, I scrambled around the house to gather my cold weather riding gear. Mr. Meteorologist said it would warm up to 37 today, with 20% chance of precipitation after Noon. No … Continue reading →

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