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Category Archives: Reviews
Kuhl Silencr Kargo Pants: Post-ride Hiking Attire
I know what you’re thinking, “Drew, isn’t this a motorcycle blog?”
Why yes, yes it is, but hang with me here. While I’ve proven to myself that I’m capable of riding year-round, there’s no doubt I much prefer hiking in the winter months to suffering through boring rides on the freeway in frigid temperatures. Moreover, if you’re the “adventure moto-camping” sort, these hiking pants are right up your alley. Continue reading
Posted in Gear and Safety, Reviews
Tagged Appalachia, exploring, Hiking, Hiking gear, Hiking pants, Khul, outdoor, pants
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Shinko Off-road Tires: Longterm Review
At the beginning of this year, I contacted Shinko Tires about their off-road offerings. Since I had plans to compete all season in Kentucky Cross-Country Racing (KXCR), Shinko sent me 3 tires to test. Full disclosure, Shinko didn’t ask me … Continue reading
Posted in Reviews
Tagged Motorcycle, Motorcycle Tires, shinko 520dc, shinko 525, Shinko Tires
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Honda CRF250L Long-term Review: Life on the Too Fatty
A few weeks ago James left a comment on YouTube asking about everything I’ve done to the CRF250L since I bought it. In the back of my mind, I’d already been debating doing a long-term review of the 250L; after … Continue reading
Posted in Reviews
Tagged Adventure, Adventure Bike, CRF250L, dual sport, Honda Powersports, Motorcycle, Ride Red
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Orange Fever
Breakfast was being served at home as I started talking to my fantabulous wife about what was going on regarding the bikes in the garage. “I am so bored of this conversation.” She says. “Every time you want a new … Continue reading
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Tagged Ducati, Ducati Hypermotard, Ducati Multistrada, KTM, KTM 1190 Adventure R, KTM 1290 Adventure, Multistrada 950
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2018 Harley Davidson Fat Bob: The Softail-Dyna Throwdown
Way, way back in my early riding days, a guy I worked with told me to go take a ride and handed me the keys to his motorcycle, a 2008 Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob. That bike was the very … Continue reading
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Tagged Dyna, Fat Bob, Harley Davidson, Milwaukee Eight, Motorcycle, Powder Keg Harley Davidson, Softail
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Ducati Scrambler: First Impressions of the 1100 Sport and 800 Cafe Racer
My Buddy Andy recently took a spin on two of Ducati’s hot new Scramblers. Check out his first impressions of these new Red Headed Italian Supermodels. Continue reading
Avon Trekrider: Long-term Tire Review
As of late, Rosie the Scrambler has been wearing some pretty aggressive off-road shoes; that choice in rubber has also led to yours truly pulling out the tire spoons more often. The real insult to injury is the fact that … Continue reading
Posted in Gear and Safety, Reviews
Tagged Avon Trekrider, Avon Tyres, Motorcycle, Motorcycle Tires, Tire Review, Triumph Scrambler
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2017 Ural Gear Up: Touring Seattle with a Sidehack
Forget everything you know about riding and focus on one thing: what it felt like to ride a motorcycle for the very first time. The world is zipping past you in a blur; meanwhile you’re trying to keep your eyes … Continue reading
Posted in Reviews, Ride Reports
Tagged Motorcycle, Motorcycle Review, Russian, Seattle, Sidecar, Ural, Ural Gear Up, Washington, Washington State
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2017 Triumph Street Scrambler Review: Rivaling its Predecessor
It goes without saying I’m a member of a handful of Scrambler related social media groups (among other ADV circles). A couple weeks ago I caught a thread from a guy looking to establish the differences between Triumph’s new Street … Continue reading
Posted in Reviews
Tagged Joe's Cycle Shop, Motorcycle, Motorcycle Review, Street Scrambler, Triumph Motorcycles, Triumph Scrambler
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Trip Planning: A Rever How-To
I’ve discussed my frustration with various trip planning apps and GPS products at length, including my preference for paper up until very recently. Per my comments back in February, REVER has become my go-to trip planning software. Needless to say, I’ve received … Continue reading
Posted in Gear and Safety, Reviews
Tagged GPS, How-to, Mobile Phone, Motorcycle, Rever, Rever moto, Route Planning, Trip Planning
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