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Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-16-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,774
Posted By Dr. Benny
The man is so epic, he's walking the 135 miles...

The man is so epic, he's walking the 135 miles back home...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-16-2013, 04:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,774
Posted By Dr. Benny
Nice new "cupcake" sticker too!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/p480x480/10595_10101571736080193_1462516020_n.jpg
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-16-2013, 04:30 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,774
Posted By Dr. Benny
The Man. The Myth. The Legend.

Thanks for the bike delivery, Herb!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/970223_10101571725022353_389189060_n.jpg
Forum: Asia 06-16-2013, 01:27 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 3,131
Posted By Dr. Benny
amazing as always! Keep it coming! I'm off...

amazing as always! Keep it coming!

I'm off to Hong Kong and Shenzhen this week. No moto rides planned though :(
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-15-2013, 12:38 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,774
Posted By Dr. Benny
Quick Updates

He is doing well. Here's a look at his spine though - notice the dis-colored vertebra that is non-rectangular. That's the one he broke... And notice how close it is to his spinal cord!
...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-04-2013, 01:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 271
Posted By Dr. Benny
I might just have something lined up in...

I might just have something lined up in July/August. I'll keep this thread updated. Thanks!
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-03-2013, 02:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 271
Posted By Dr. Benny
USA to South America Motorcycle Presenation

Hey folks,

I thought I'd share this with you all. I'm giving a few presentations at public libraries around the state of CA. I'll share my photos and stories from my ride to Ushuaia, Argentina....
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 06-02-2013, 05:57 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,774
Posted By Dr. Benny
Our buddy is back home in North Carolina and...

Our buddy is back home in North Carolina and continues to improve. Here he is finally enjoying some belated cake for this birthday. Also below is a throwback to his ride in Southern Colorado. :clap
...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-31-2013, 08:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 577
Posted By Dr. Benny
I crossed at Tecate and it was mellow and...

I crossed at Tecate and it was mellow and straight forward. Whatever you do, make sure you do a write up at

http://www.BorderHelper.com

http://www.borderhelper.com/images/logo.png
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-24-2013, 09:38 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,774
Posted By Dr. Benny
Oh Snap!!! Herb you (and your wife) are...

Oh Snap!!!

Herb you (and your wife) are incredible! So sorry about the subaru, but great to hear John's bike is now safe. I owe you a beer - or a keg!:freaky

Now we need a rescue squad for the...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-23-2013, 06:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,774
Posted By Dr. Benny
Thanks wrk2surf, High Country Herb is on his way...

Thanks wrk2surf, High Country Herb is on his way to pick it up as we speak/type. Thanks for the offer though!
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-23-2013, 02:12 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,774
Posted By Dr. Benny
Thanks, Herb!! "Cupcake" is doing well....

Thanks, Herb!!

"Cupcake" is doing well. Today's big accomplishment is wearing real clothes. Staying positive!

I mentioned the nice clear jug on the table to which he replied, "I thought that...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-22-2013, 02:05 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,774
Posted By Dr. Benny
He's in good spirits!!

He ended up sliding down 50+ feet of rock face... He's lucky to be alive!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/431904_10100243663917354_1905588097_n.jpg
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-22-2013, 01:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,774
Posted By Dr. Benny
Thanks, High Country Herb. PM sent.

Thanks, High Country Herb. PM sent.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-21-2013, 01:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 577
Posted By Dr. Benny
Some good info here:...

Some good info here: http://www.motorcyclemexico.com/information/border/
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-21-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,774
Posted By Dr. Benny
Cry Need help in Yosemite

Hey All,

Short story: Need to get a bike from Yosemite to the Bay Area.

I'm posting this for a friend who has been riding his KLR from North Carolina to California. He stopped in Yosemite and...
Forum: Trip Planning 05-20-2013, 10:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,684
Posted By Dr. Benny
Put it to good use and enjoy the trip! Be sure to...

Put it to good use and enjoy the trip! Be sure to post your own stories as you ride south ::deal
Forum: Latin America 05-13-2013, 11:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 357
Posted By Dr. Benny
1) Try these places for rentals....

1) Try these places for rentals. http://www.catours.co.uk/, http://www.ceibarent.com/scooter.htm, http://www.simoonsa.com/alquiler-de-motos/. With your own helmets you know they fit and will be safe....
Forum: Trip Planning 05-12-2013, 08:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,684
Posted By Dr. Benny
Hey guys. Hoping you can get some good...

Hey guys. Hoping you can get some good information from the site! Likewise, future travelers will greatly appreciate any advice you can give as you ride south. Have a great ride!!
Forum: Latin America 05-10-2013, 12:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 241
Posted By Dr. Benny
Sounds like fun! Have a great ride :ricky

Sounds like fun! Have a great ride :ricky
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-01-2013, 10:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 295
Posted By Dr. Benny
I like where your head is at :deal

I like where your head is at :deal
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-01-2013, 03:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 295
Posted By Dr. Benny
Hmmmm.... I'm guessing there aren't any options

Hmmmm.... I'm guessing there aren't any options
Forum: Trip Planning 04-30-2013, 03:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,684
Posted By Dr. Benny
Thanks amigo! A lot of new content has been added...

Thanks amigo! A lot of new content has been added recently. Happy Riding! :ricky
Forum: Trip Planning 04-29-2013, 08:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,684
Posted By Dr. Benny
Good point. I'm working on the function to allow...

Good point. I'm working on the function to allow users to add their own waypoints. Currently it pulls from a spreadsheet that I created (it was just easier to get it up and running with this...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-26-2013, 04:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 295
Posted By Dr. Benny
Question Dirt Bikes / Dual Sport for rent in Bay Area?

Hey guys,

I love riding at Hollister Hills and I want to invite some friends to join. Unfortunately, they don't own bikes and I can't find a shop in the bay area that rents dirt bikes or smaller...
Forum: Trip Planning 04-24-2013, 05:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,684
Posted By Dr. Benny
Lots of new reviews posted throughout Latin...

Lots of new reviews posted throughout Latin America. :deal http://www.BorderHelper.com

If you're on the road - feel free to leave your own comments!
Forum: Trip Planning 04-19-2013, 12:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,684
Posted By Dr. Benny
Hey guys! The site is live! It would be...

Hey guys! The site is live!

It would be great if you could take 60 seconds and write up a brief note about a few of your crossings. I know future travelers will thank you for it!
...
Forum: Latin America 04-19-2013, 12:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 630
Posted By Dr. Benny
Border Helper

Hey guys,

I'm helping build a resource for border crossings. The forum threads are great but it can be a challenge to organize all the information. It would be great if you could take 60 seconds...
Forum: Asia 04-07-2013, 02:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 691
Posted By Dr. Benny
Wow, that's great. I was expecting something like...

Wow, that's great. I was expecting something like a 30-90 visa with only double entry. Seems like it's well worth the money if you want to poke over the border here and there. Keep me posted about...
Forum: Latin America 03-28-2013, 11:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,169
Posted By Dr. Benny
El Espinazo del Diablo (The Devil's Backbone)...

El Espinazo del Diablo (The Devil's Backbone) from Mazatlan to Durango is one of the best roads I've ever ridden. Take a break from the coast and head into the mountains for a bit. Just be careful of...
Forum: Trip Planning 03-19-2013, 04:27 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,496
Posted By Dr. Benny
I did the Americas on a KLR650 and it was great....

I did the Americas on a KLR650 and it was great. If I had to do it all over again (and I hope I do someday :evil) I would take a DRZ400. It's the perfect mix of light and powerful. The big CC bikes...
Forum: Trip Planning 03-17-2013, 10:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,684
Posted By Dr. Benny
ooooooooo, nice site with great information....

ooooooooo, nice site with great information. Thanks for sharing!
Forum: Trip Planning 03-15-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,684
Posted By Dr. Benny
There sure are a lot of border crossings in the...

There sure are a lot of border crossings in the world and I only had enough time today to map 150 of them!

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/625626_10101407868886363_1440830599_n.jpg
Forum: Trip Planning 03-14-2013, 11:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,684
Posted By Dr. Benny
Thumb [New Site] Border Crossing Reviews

**UPDATE** Site is live: http://www.BorderHelper.com

Hey everyone,

Everyday on the forums I see people asking questions about border crossings. Most of the information is there but it's...
Forum: Ride reports 03-13-2013, 07:43 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 23,323
Posted By Dr. Benny
Incredible! Thanks for sharing :clap

Incredible! Thanks for sharing :clap
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 03-04-2013, 11:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 375
Posted By Dr. Benny
We're down in the South Bay. You're welcome to...

We're down in the South Bay. You're welcome to crash with us and ride or take the train 1 hour up to the city and explore. We're on tent space: http://advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=16679397
Forum: Asia 02-18-2013, 04:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 433
Posted By Dr. Benny
Thanks for the advice! I won't make it there this...

Thanks for the advice! I won't make it there this year but I hope too soon. It's always great to read recent ride reports. :ricky
Forum: Asia 02-18-2013, 02:26 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 3,131
Posted By Dr. Benny
Nice! I'm headed back to China tomorrow for...

Nice! I'm headed back to China tomorrow for another business trip. Sadly, no motos are involved :(
Forum: Latin America 02-17-2013, 12:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 602
Posted By Dr. Benny
Yup, ATMs are everywhere. Stash away some...

Yup, ATMs are everywhere. Stash away some emergency cash (a few hundred in USD) but otherwise, get out local currency in each country.

Also, El Salvador, Panama, and Ecuador use the USD as their...
Forum: Latin America 02-08-2013, 08:08 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 3,707
Posted By Dr. Benny
I thought this info graphic would be appropriate...

I thought this info graphic would be appropriate for ALARR...

http://afewmoremiles.files.wordpress.com/2013/02/americas-map.jpg
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