Forum: Equipment
06-11-2013, 09:25 PM
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As mentioned above they aren't braces but I...
As mentioned above they aren't braces but I thought I'd throw in my two cents on the MSR pads. I wear them for all day adv riding and find them comfortable to wear and while a bit more constrictive...
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Forum: Equipment
05-31-2013, 08:37 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,094
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Forum: Equipment
05-27-2013, 10:57 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 688
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Forum: Thumpers
05-27-2013, 10:43 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 401
My stock carbed 98 is a one kick starting bike...
My stock carbed 98 is a one kick starting bike provided I use the sequence described by stretch67 with a couple of minor tweeks depending on the exhaust I have on and jetting.
Enjoy your bike, I...
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Forum: Equipment
05-22-2013, 06:10 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 983
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Forum: Thumpers
05-15-2013, 09:50 PM
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Replies: 6,100
Views: 1,095,196
I run 16x39 and carry a 13 for when I want it,...
I run 16x39 and carry a 13 for when I want it, the chain works fine without needing to add or remove links. It puts at 55 to 60 and 70 doesn't seem unreasonable. I run the mt43 on the back and the...
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Forum: Equipment
05-11-2013, 08:18 AM
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Replies: 15
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I get great mileage out of my Patagonia Puffy...
I get great mileage out of my Patagonia Puffy coat and pants and have for many years now ....but....I think StuartV has the plan and that is to install a cord and take some heated gear.
Black...
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Forum: Equipment
04-30-2013, 09:09 PM
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Replies: 28
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I own several bivy's and over the past 25 years...
I own several bivy's and over the past 25 years or so have slept a bunch of nights in them. Other than being small the various ones I own have little in common, some are bug shelters that weigh 7 oz....
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Forum: Equipment
04-28-2013, 05:38 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,024
One of the benefits of the jacket is that the...
One of the benefits of the jacket is that the sleeves carry the wiring for the gloves and for winter commuting it is great.
I have a vest made in Canada by Blackjack, the wire matches the wiring...
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Forum: Equipment
04-27-2013, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,430
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Forum: Equipment
04-27-2013, 04:45 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,310
I also have a pair without the black in that...
I also have a pair without the black in that area, I can't remember having any significant breakin issues and I'm as comfortable in these as any shoes I own. Mine folds in that area but the fold is...
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Forum: Equipment
04-09-2013, 05:58 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 795
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Forum: Equipment
04-05-2013, 07:14 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 387
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Forum: Equipment
03-28-2013, 06:17 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,365
I like and use merino as well as fleece and...
I like and use merino as well as fleece and consider them daily wear layers, I travel pretty light as well and always carry a montbell down inner jacket in a pocket of my vest.
I also regularly...
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Forum: Equipment
03-27-2013, 07:08 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,564
I've had pretty good luck using a standard...
I've had pretty good luck using a standard motorcycle bungee's to hold mine on top of the coyote, for offroad sections I try to put it inside the coyote so I don't have to wonder if it is still with...
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Forum: Equipment
03-19-2013, 08:09 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,068
I think for dirt oriented touring the pressure...
I think for dirt oriented touring the pressure suit layer combo is more comfortable, I use a heated vest under mine on a regular basis.
I wear various ADV or leather armored jackets for around...
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Forum: Equipment
03-17-2013, 04:58 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,494
As mentioned above I think for light weight...
As mentioned above I think for light weight performance based offroad touring that the GL products are the ticket.
For ease of loading I would choose the top loading separate compartments of the...
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Forum: Equipment
03-13-2013, 05:48 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 3,581
Steep n Cheap had a good looking three person...
Steep n Cheap had a good looking three person tent for $127 a couple of days ago, if budget matters you might look there. Sierra Designs, North Face, Marmot and a bunch of others all make good...
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Forum: Equipment
03-13-2013, 06:38 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,142
I use both armored jackets and a fox pressure...
I use both armored jackets and a fox pressure suit depending on the ride / bike. Any multiday rides I take involve some dirt/offroad and I always choose the pressure suit, the fit and comfort are...
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Forum: Equipment
03-09-2013, 03:39 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 925
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Forum: Equipment
03-08-2013, 03:32 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 657
They are expensive but imho worth it, I would...
They are expensive but imho worth it, I would have a look at western mountaineerings website.
Even if you choose to buy a less expensive bag the specs available on thier website can be useful to...
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Forum: Equipment
03-06-2013, 06:40 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,536
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Forum: Equipment
03-05-2013, 04:56 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 816
When I use my bike like that I wear a pair of...
When I use my bike like that I wear a pair of inexpensive mx knee/protectors and pair of sidi boots that are lower profile than most.
I wear them under carhardt's and it only takes a moment tp...
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Forum: Equipment
03-04-2013, 08:11 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 708
This isn't a bike cpver but it weighs 10 ounces...
This isn't a bike cpver but it weighs 10 ounces and stuffs very small, it's as silnylon poncho from go-lite. it takes a bit small diameter stretch cord but once it's setup it goes on very quickly and...
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Forum: Equipment
03-03-2013, 08:57 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,191
kriega or walmart I would encourage you to do a...
kriega or walmart I would encourage you to do a couple of lengthy test rides before you commit to a backpack on a multiday tour, at the least you want to get the torso length right and I suspect it a...
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Forum: Equipment
02-28-2013, 08:19 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 869
If it fits the season and place I"ve always...
If it fits the season and place I"ve always enjoyed a campfire of some type. I made this little stove from a scrap of titanium and the pot is a beer can, the whole setup weighs under six ounces and I...
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Forum: Road warriors
02-27-2013, 07:55 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,618
A couple of years ago I did a fly and ride...
A couple of years ago I did a fly and ride purchase on a 2004 Vulcan 1500 Drifter that was in Colorado. I put about 18 K on it that summer and got most of my money back when I sold it. Nice bike and...
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Forum: Equipment
02-27-2013, 01:44 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 881
In my work and play battery challenges are...
In my work and play battery challenges are common, the smart chargers are great for not cooking a battery into oblivion by leaving them hooked up but I keep an old manual charger around for the very...
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Forum: Thumpers
02-24-2013, 01:44 PM
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Replies: 6,100
Views: 1,095,196
Yes, when I carry the axle nut wrench in an...
Yes, when I carry the axle nut wrench in an easily accessible pocket in my vest and the change only takes a couple of minutes.
Thanks for the info on the tank, I haven't had to push yet but I've...
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Forum: Thumpers
02-24-2013, 12:34 PM
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Replies: 6,100
Views: 1,095,196
Good info Travis, Last summer I bought a 98 and...
Good info Travis, Last summer I bought a 98 and rode it from here at home in the NW to the mexican border and than NE up to the Black Hills. I had a very enjoyable trip with some good offroad riding...
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Forum: Equipment
02-22-2013, 05:27 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,452
As stated there a lot of very capable choices...
As stated there a lot of very capable choices these days, backpacking gear pricing tends towards the more you pay the lighter weight and less bulky the equipment is. Depending on your bike and trip...
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Forum: Thumpers
02-22-2013, 05:09 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,508
I had the same questions a couple of years back...
I had the same questions a couple of years back and chose a KLR for a couple of reasons, there are a lot more used ones on the market to choose from and they were at least a thousand dollars less.
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Forum: Equipment
02-21-2013, 07:27 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 8,416
If your over six foot tall be sure to read...
If your over six foot tall be sure to read reviews from tall users as this can be a real issue with many designs.
Like everything else tent designs have really improved in recent years, on a big...
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Forum: Equipment
02-18-2013, 03:38 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 657
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Forum: Equipment
02-18-2013, 03:05 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 657
I used one on a 5000 mile jaunt on an unfaired...
I used one on a 5000 mile jaunt on an unfaired dirt bike. I chose it over the others for the same reason you mention about the faceshield retracting all the way up out of the line of sight. It flows...
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Forum: Equipment
02-17-2013, 06:54 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,848
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Forum: Equipment
02-16-2013, 07:55 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 3,058
The good news in this thread is that guys like...
The good news in this thread is that guys like myself who aren't very good at finding suppliers of niche items can stumble over them and learn of their existence.
My absolute hack job on an xr...
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Forum: Equipment
02-14-2013, 07:52 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,307
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Forum: Equipment
02-14-2013, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,307
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Forum: Equipment
02-14-2013, 03:03 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 741
I have a very well used version from Fox that...
I have a very well used version from Fox that I've been happy with. I tried several brands on and chose this one because it fit well and I liked the length of the armor that covers the spine. It may...
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