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Forum: Alaska 05-19-2013, 01:26 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 738
Posted By skierd
There was snow in the interior early today and...

There was snow in the interior early today and all day yesterday, but the roads, in Fairbanks at least, are clear.

Check Alaska 511 for web cams and current road conditions inside the state.
Forum: Equipment 05-16-2013, 12:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 500
Posted By skierd
Check out metro racing, they sell the modern...

Check out metro racing, they sell the modern version still made by a*.
Forum: Thumpers 05-12-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 35,723
Views: 6,078,481
Posted By skierd
I also often put it and the rest of my tools in...

I also often put it and the rest of my tools in the saddle bags, left side. Many a tip over, never any damage. I think you're thinking too hard/worrying too much personally...
Forum: Thumpers 05-12-2013, 01:24 PM
Replies: 35,723
Views: 6,078,481
Posted By skierd
I always put my pump in my tank bag, or tail bag...

I always put my pump in my tank bag, or tail bag if I was using it. Those tool tubes are fairly fragile and hang too low and too far out for my tastes. The pumps are durable enough. I also keep a...
Forum: Equipment 05-12-2013, 12:49 PM
Replies: 3,623
Views: 1,602,043
Posted By skierd
Loaded up for a week on my new to me nighthawk,...

Loaded up for a week on my new to me nighthawk, out exploring in Alaska (on the road back to Anchorage from Girdwood)
...
Forum: Equipment 05-11-2013, 11:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 532
Posted By skierd
I just wear my dirt gear, when I still had it. ...

I just wear my dirt gear, when I still had it. A* Tech 6 boots, Klim Baja or Chinook pants, 661 pressure suit, MX jersey, HJC dirt or Shoei Hornet DS helmet with Fox Bomber gloves and goggles and...
Forum: Equipment 05-11-2013, 11:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,597
Posted By skierd
I'm only 6' tall, but it seems to me that most...

I'm only 6' tall, but it seems to me that most tents (and high end camping equipment in general) are built around people of fairly small builds.

For what you're asking for (space), get a 4-man...
Forum: Equipment 05-11-2013, 11:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 298
Posted By skierd
Radials are supposed to last longer, ride better,...

Radials are supposed to last longer, ride better, handle better, make less noise. Bias tires can be cheaper, and usually represent 'older' technology of any given tire manufacturers line up, but are...
Forum: Equipment 05-03-2013, 05:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,173
Posted By skierd
About the same pressures, honestly... maybe a bit...

About the same pressures, honestly... maybe a bit higher on the street since I was usually loaded for a trip. 12-15psi off-road, 20-30psi on, never really kept too much track of it as the OE tubes I...
Forum: Equipment 05-03-2013, 03:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 763
Posted By skierd
The material will eventually wear out from UV...

The material will eventually wear out from UV damage, how long that takes depends on how often you leave your bike stored outside without a cover. My old wolfman enduro saddlebags and tank bags...
Forum: Equipment 05-03-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,443
Posted By skierd
Hadn't heard of the RX-100 before, but that...

Hadn't heard of the RX-100 before, but that little camera seems like a winner to me.

Me personally, I like my DSLR (pentax k30) and its moderately long zoom (18-135mm), especially since both are...
Forum: Equipment 05-03-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,173
Posted By skierd
This is why I won't use one on a bike that's...

This is why I won't use one on a bike that's primarily a dual sport, as I had the same issues. If I ever turn my WR in to a trail machine, which is probably sooner than later, I might try the MT43...
Forum: Thumpers 05-03-2013, 01:50 PM
Replies: 35,723
Views: 6,078,481
Posted By skierd
Yes, it'll be fine. Default position of the...

Yes, it'll be fine. Default position of the valve is open.
Forum: Thumpers 05-02-2013, 08:58 PM
Replies: 35,723
Views: 6,078,481
Posted By skierd
Some non-WR content... took my new bike on a...

Some non-WR content... took my new bike on a spring road trip around Alaska.

My quick 4 day spring ride...

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=883959
...
Forum: Road warriors 05-02-2013, 08:56 PM
Replies: 3,725
Views: 718,020
Posted By skierd
Not an expert but I bought a '98 with 1/3 the...

Not an expert but I bought a '98 with 1/3 the miles, perfectly clean and all original, no rust, for less money in Alaska, things are typically more expensive up here... and I know of an 88 that's...
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-02-2013, 03:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,315
Posted By skierd
The weather forecast for the interior was getting...

The weather forecast for the interior was getting worse each time I looked at it. The Parks hwy was supposed to have gotten 4-10" of snow since I went through three days ago, and the highway was in...
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-02-2013, 03:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,315
Posted By skierd
While thawing out in my room, I made a call to my...

While thawing out in my room, I made a call to my girlfriend in Fairbanks.

"Babe... have you seen the weather? It's snowing up here, at least a couple inches."

So I hopped on Accuweather, and...
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-02-2013, 02:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,315
Posted By skierd
After absorbing as much heat as I could from the...

After absorbing as much heat as I could from the hotel room, I checked out and headed south to Anchorage on a bright sunny 40 degree day and was absolutely loving the sunshine. Stopped at my...
Forum: Road warriors 05-02-2013, 01:39 PM
Replies: 3,725
Views: 718,020
Posted By skierd
My quick 4 day spring ride... ...

My quick 4 day spring ride...

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=883959

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb84/skierd007/Spring%20Ride%20AK%202013/_IGP1310.jpg
...
Forum: Ride reports 05-02-2013, 01:15 PM
Replies: 245
Views: 49,303
Posted By skierd
Not the ride I wanted, but its the ride I got... ...

Not the ride I wanted, but its the ride I got...

Volume 2.5?

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=883959
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-02-2013, 12:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,315
Posted By skierd
Hello Sun, please come back! ...

Hello Sun, please come back!

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb84/skierd007/Spring%20Ride%20AK%202013/_IGP1272.jpg...
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-02-2013, 12:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,315
Posted By skierd
SO it wasn't -40, only about +25F when I left...

SO it wasn't -40, only about +25F when I left Fairbanks.

Looking out over the valley
http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb84/skierd007/Spring%20Ride%20AK%202013/_IGP1259.jpg...
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-02-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,315
Posted By skierd
I think I have finally decided to never sell it. ...

I think I have finally decided to never sell it. I took it for a ride before I left for this trip, and when I got back my girlfriend said "I love the sound of that bike." Reminds her of when we...
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-02-2013, 12:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,315
Posted By skierd
When it's Springtime in Alaska...

...It's forty below.

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Forum: Alaska 05-01-2013, 12:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 315
Posted By skierd
As of the moment I've got a spot, thanks...

As of the moment I've got a spot, thanks everybody!
Forum: Alaska 04-30-2013, 08:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 432
Posted By skierd
Not the same field but I know princess and...

Not the same field but I know princess and Holland America cruises are still hiring for season.

www.alaskatourjobs.com

I know some people who hire in the f&b department, pm me if you apply.
Forum: Road warriors 04-30-2013, 05:48 PM
Replies: 582
Views: 89,127
Posted By skierd
Saw and sat on the CBR500 for the first time...

Saw and sat on the CBR500 for the first time today. Very slick looking little sporty standard bike and it fits me a LOT better than the Ninja 300. I like it a lot at first glance, but I'd have to...
Forum: Equipment 04-30-2013, 05:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,161
Posted By skierd
I like to keep a small-packing bivy and tarp in...

I like to keep a small-packing bivy and tarp in my gear if I'm riding somewhere I don't plan to go camping, but want to have the option in case of mechanical issues, etc. Usually want it for an...
Forum: Equipment 04-30-2013, 05:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 790
Posted By skierd
Don't bother shipping tires to AK, by the time...

Don't bother shipping tires to AK, by the time you factor in the online discount and the big bump in price with shipping, its basically the same cost as buying them here. Call ahead and most if not...
Forum: Alaska 04-30-2013, 11:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 315
Posted By skierd
bike storage needed...

Back in anchorage, and possibly stuck in anchorage. Weather to the north has turned to shit, alaska 511 is showing the parks hwy conditions deteriorating fast above cantwell. And it's only...
Forum: Alaska 04-30-2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 928
Posted By skierd
Back in anchorage, and possibly stuck in...

Back in anchorage, and possibly stuck in anchorage. Weather to the north has turned to shit, alaska 511 is showing the parks hwy conditions deteriorating fast above cantwell. And it's only...
Forum: Alaska 04-30-2013, 09:39 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,222
Posted By skierd
Saturday may be clear in anchorage, but the...

Saturday may be clear in anchorage, but the weather sites, or at least accuweather, are saying 4-8" of snow for the interior Thursday through Saturday morning... includes cantwell and points north.
Forum: Road warriors 04-30-2013, 01:43 AM
Replies: 3,725
Views: 718,020
Posted By skierd
I'm in anchorage and will be going to Alaskan...

I'm in anchorage and will be going to Alaskan leather tomorrow. :D don't think I need the sheepskin on the NH though as I'm finding it fairly comfortable. Thanks for the insight on the screens too,...
Forum: Road warriors 04-29-2013, 01:05 AM
Replies: 3,725
Views: 718,020
Posted By skierd
I'm 600 miles in to my trip and while I love this...

I'm 600 miles in to my trip and while I love this bike I need a windscreen like nothing else. Any recommendations for something to cut the wind blast on my chest without getting a giant road king...
Forum: Alaska 04-29-2013, 12:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 928
Posted By skierd
Yep made it to homer earlier today. The wind was...

Yep made it to homer earlier today. The wind was great when it was at my back, not so much the other way around... I've never wanted a windscreen on a motorcycle as badly as I wanted one today. Not...
Forum: Alaska 04-28-2013, 10:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 928
Posted By skierd
Not only on an android, but using swype while...

Not only on an android, but using swype while exhausted. :rofl
Forum: Alaska 04-28-2013, 01:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 928
Posted By skierd
Parks is clear all the way unless the site just...

Parks is clear all the way unless the site just south of Denali park stayed around. Only 2-3 spots with sites on the road, all of our drifts and all of our melting. Currently in Wasilla thawing and...
Forum: Alaska 04-27-2013, 01:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 928
Posted By skierd
Well, I'm packed up and heading out tomorrow. ...

Well, I'm packed up and heading out tomorrow. Either heading south or east, whichever looks warmer. Leaning towards heading down to Homer then over to Valdez. Will be looking for places to stay as...
Forum: Road warriors 04-27-2013, 01:16 AM
Replies: 3,725
Views: 718,020
Posted By skierd
All packed up, hoping to get out and go...

All packed up, hoping to get out and go tomorrow... if it the snow continues to not stick to the roads.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb84/skierd007/20130426_231647.jpg...
Forum: Thumpers 04-25-2013, 09:50 PM
Replies: 35,723
Views: 6,078,481
Posted By skierd
I was more thinking "Wow someone must be single!"...

I was more thinking "Wow someone must be single!" :lol3
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