Forum: Equipment
04-29-2013, 04:55 PM
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Leatt adv
Good to know. Bought one for my upcoming Colorado trip. Only issue I have found in test rides is the Kidney belt seems to ride up pushing the armor up. Still playing with adjustments. Under the new...
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Forum: Equipment
04-09-2013, 09:43 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,689
Leatt
Just bought a pair of Leatt ones. The soft foam that hardens on impact. Very flexible and comfortable so far, though I have only rode twice since I bought them. One strap above the knee and open...
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Forum: The Rockies It's all downhill from here...
03-04-2013, 05:27 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 743
Great info
All noted so far and will be put into the GPS. I use the Allstays Camp and Tent app so I can filter out KOA's and RV type campgrounds. No trailers for us. Like the pics. Really shows what camping in...
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Forum: The Rockies It's all downhill from here...
03-01-2013, 05:46 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 743
Thanks Guys
We are not just hitting the front Range. Seemed like a good place to start. We have two weeks to explore. We are just going to ride wherever the mood takes us and stop and camp whenever we feel like...
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Forum: The Rockies It's all downhill from here...
02-28-2013, 12:03 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 743
Campgrounds
Tents. Motorcycle friendly and likely to meet other Riders.
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Forum: The Rockies It's all downhill from here...
02-27-2013, 05:19 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 743
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Forum: Equipment
02-15-2013, 04:48 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 546
Frogg toggs great product
I have had the first gen FToggs for years. The jacket is great being so light it does not restrict movement over a riding jacket. Been through many heavy downpours both here in SFL and up in Nova...
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Forum: The Rockies It's all downhill from here...
02-10-2013, 10:55 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 488
Thanks Steve
Appreciate all the replys Guys. I will be in touch. Been looking forward to riding in Colorado for a very long time.
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
02-09-2013, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 239
Ship to Dealer in CO? Bike trip
Anyone shipped their bike to Colorado and done a fly and ride? I have 2 weeks in August so want to get the most of the riding. Anyone recommend good Dealers, Yamaha or BMW in Denver or Boulder area...
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Forum: The Rockies It's all downhill from here...
02-09-2013, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 488
Thanks for the info Guys
I have Fun Transport as one of the shippers I was considering. It says on the website you have to empty the gas tank. True? I have another shipper where you don't have to. Should not need a storage...
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Forum: The Rockies It's all downhill from here...
02-09-2013, 05:48 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 488
Ship to Dealer - Trip planning
We are planning a trip July or August this year. Coming from Florida. Due to our workload we only have two weeks so have to ship the bikes. never done this before so looking for info on Dealers that...
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Forum: Americas
01-01-2013, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 76
Views: 3,993
Allstays camp and tent
Check out All stays Camp and Tent Website. Every campsite in every State. Lots of info including costs. There is an App for your phone which is great. Take my hat off to you riding those sort of...
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Forum: Americas
01-01-2013, 05:29 AM
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Replies: 76
Views: 3,993
Budget
Work it out Daily, using a worst case scenario. i.e. use $4/ day Gas and work out your expected miles per day, 300? 500?
Food. If you like a cooked B'fast every morning then you are looking at...
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Forum: Equipment
12-29-2012, 05:20 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,174
Nikon Coolpix
Smaller than a full size SLR. Can use one handed and has more features than the smaller p&s type. Can be used with gloves on. Lightweight. Wide angle high power zoom. Under $300. With an adapter you...
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Forum: Americas
12-29-2012, 05:03 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 599
eagle rider
Eagle Rider rents bikes other than Harleys, depends on location for choice. Why not rent and then ship back via Allied or one of the other lines? $675 to ship average.
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Forum: Equipment
12-19-2012, 05:18 AM
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Replies: 282
Views: 72,923
Gander mountain
Found a three leg with a backrest at GM. Has 'Bone collector' on it. Comfortable on a recent camping trip. 4lbs. $17.:D
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Forum: Layin' down tracks
11-01-2012, 05:56 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,916
Base camp
Just have to be patient with Basecamp. Used Mapsource for years, but Basecamp is a bit different in how you do things. Takes some getting used to. Building a Trip right now from Key West to Alaska....
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Forum: Equipment
10-30-2012, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,108
Pak mat
I am with you on the Pakmat. Tried the Theromrest self inflating 1 1/2". Binned it after the first trip. Could not get a good nights sleep. Went to a Coleman and a battery powered pump. Great night...
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Forum: Equipment
10-28-2012, 07:26 AM
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Replies: 62
Views: 15,675
Sun shield
Bought mine from Revzilla as MCS was out of stock. Works great.:D
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Forum: Equipment
10-22-2012, 10:15 AM
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Replies: 62
Views: 15,675
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Forum: Equipment
10-17-2012, 10:28 AM
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Replies: 168
Views: 37,200
Knives etc
Walmart online and ship to store. Their prices seem to be half that of Gander or Bass Pro. Picked up a nice CRKT Folding Tanto for $40.00. About $80 in the above stores.:evil
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Forum: Equipment
10-09-2012, 10:05 AM
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Replies: 62
Views: 15,675
Afx 39
:thumbup Also bought the external sun shield which is a nice feature. This way I can have the Visor clear for night and flip the shield down for the Sun. Optically clear both Visor and shield and I...
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Forum: Equipment
08-29-2012, 10:03 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,803
No one mentioned the Leatt?
Anyone seen one of the Leatt Adventure ones? Right in the middle cost wise. Tried to find out the weight of it but cannot find any info anywhere.
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Forum: Beasts
08-29-2012, 09:58 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,773
Check this site
I found this on here or the other Forum. Useful that you can compare different bikes and you can adjust various things. Seating, standing, seat heights, bars, etc. Shows the angles etc....
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Forum: Equipment
08-25-2012, 05:53 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 452
Neck brace
My Wife has the same issue. She is not going to give up on riding with me. I am looking at the Leatt braces. Expensive but they may give support where needed.
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Forum: Americas
08-22-2012, 04:04 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,067
October?
Been on it a few times, South to North and the other way. Car and Bike. You said October....two things, Snow birds heading south and Biktoberfest. Trains get pretty full that time of year. Check your...
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Forum: Equipment
08-08-2012, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 49
Views: 4,701
Nikon
Nikon Coolpix. Lightweight. Minature SLR and similar high quality. Easy controls, can be used one handed. Video/Stills both in high Res. Hi power Zoom. Everything you want in a small package. The...
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Forum: Equipment
07-23-2012, 10:14 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,327
Hot and heavy...
Riding here in South Florida I use Mesh pants and jacket. Like the OP said, problem being the pads move around. I have one of those removable liner type jackets. Fine with all the liners in the pads...
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Forum: Layin' down tracks
07-15-2012, 05:44 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,935
Bag Connection
I bought one from Twisted Throttle. Mount it with a Ram mount on the bars. Bottom slot for the power lead to a USB power socket. Top left slot allows for ear buds or to a intercom system. Can operate...
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Forum: Equipment
06-28-2012, 10:28 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 3,294
Alternatives
Gents,
I started looking at these systems for my Wife after she had Shoulder Surgeries and they gave her a cooler with pump and a cooling pad with the hoses. Quick connects same as the Veskimo. This...
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Forum: Ride reports
06-21-2012, 08:57 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,741
Thanks for the great detailed Report
Been to the Smoky Mts a few times but always on the roads well traveled. Hoping to get up there beginning of September on my Tenere 1200 and check out some of the roads you so nicely mentioned....
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Forum: Ride reports
05-28-2012, 04:43 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,330
Rain Gear
You ar,e going to need it. Tropical Storm Beryl is between you and Miami. Watch the weather wherever you are as it is expected to turn Northeast and gain strength. Not something to take lightly. If...
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Forum: Beasts
05-26-2012, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 5,024
Views: 916,182
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-25-2012, 06:21 AM
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Replies: 184
Views: 25,705
Hilarious
You Guys crack me up.....F#*kNugget and the Sheep Fondler (just guessing what the SF means in the sig)....always good for a laugh:roflNever let facts spoil a good story. Ride what fits you, whatever...
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
02-22-2012, 01:58 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 3,093
Stuart and Weston
I lived in Palm City near Stuart for five years. Bought five acres and had a nice house built......then I got a job offer in Miami I could not refuse. I commuted for five years to Miami via car,...
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
02-06-2012, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 45
Views: 3,093
Weston
Weston will meet all of your requirements. They are enlarging 595
which you would use to commute to FLL. Markam Park is big and
close by. High profile Sheriff Deputies. You do not want to speed ...
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Forum: Beasts
12-19-2011, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 45
Views: 5,088
Went from a Streetglide to Super Ten
5'8" and 30" inseam. Tried the GS and the Ten. For me the Ten was a better fit. Forget the weight issue. You are coming from an HD....225 Lbs heavier than the Tenere. If you are worried about...
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
11-27-2011, 05:47 AM
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Replies: 5,280
Views: 409,592
As above
They have off cuts of tube, plate, Aluminum, whatever. They will also cut pieces for you.
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
11-24-2011, 04:55 AM
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Replies: 5,280
Views: 409,592
Too funny
Thanks Dude. The Loop one day this weekend? Traveling again next weekend:waysad
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
11-19-2011, 01:47 PM
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Replies: 5,280
Views: 409,592
Greetings all
I ride with Turd Polisher. Picked up my Ten finally and did my best to get it nice and dirty. As Turd said:rofl(I think he is going to regret picking that name.....) we had a blast out on JSB. Seeing...
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