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Forum: Thumpers 05-10-2013, 02:51 AM
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Posted By 1Down-5Up
I packed once and somehow ended up bringing a...

I packed once and somehow ended up bringing a boat.

http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q543/Joskus/ValCamp31_zps3618fca9.jpg...
Forum: Equipment 04-25-2013, 07:50 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,567
Posted By 1Down-5Up
I did aquire a packraft but tis still too cold...

I did aquire a packraft but tis still too cold for any testing. I did stumble across this video though.

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/JANYxVn0O-M"...
Forum: Thumpers 04-13-2013, 04:40 AM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Yeah I purchased a the same stand it's awesome.

Yeah I purchased a the same stand it's awesome.
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-10-2013, 03:53 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,184
Posted By 1Down-5Up
OK here is a video of the packraft in action....

OK here is a video of the packraft in action. Snow was too deep to arrive by motorbike.

<iframe width="640" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/TI_hy7o2OEI" frameborder="0"...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-05-2013, 10:23 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,184
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Otay, it fits in my large Wolfman Rolie bag, but...

Otay, it fits in my large Wolfman Rolie bag, but I can barely get one roll on the top strap. There would be room for other stuff in there width wise. I might strap it to a bigger rack deck and use...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-05-2013, 09:44 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,184
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Alpacka PackRaft

Yippee!! My packraft arrived, lookout trout! It weighs less than 6 lbs and folds into a compact bag which will be strapped to my Yamaha. The oar is a 4 piece.
This model is called the unrigged...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-01-2013, 02:47 PM
Replies: 1,078
Views: 272,033
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Snowmobile trail riding in Northern Ontario...

Snowmobile trail riding in Northern Ontario Canada,eh.

<iframe width="640" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/0Ea9HW3ZIX8" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

<iframe...
Forum: Thumpers 03-31-2013, 05:53 PM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
I used my Yamy to go ice fishing into a remote...

I used my Yamy to go ice fishing into a remote lake , what a blast!

<iframe width="640" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/uWT_az4WYhM?list=UUBt2lhQ_NF0HnMZaZZZlpew" frameborder="0"...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 03-31-2013, 05:50 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,184
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Trails were frozen the other morning so I had the...

Trails were frozen the other morning so I had the ride of my life to try some ice fishing.

<iframe width="640" height="360"...
Forum: Thumpers 03-10-2013, 04:24 AM
Replies: 35,757
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Posted By 1Down-5Up
I bought my bike new in 2011 mid July for $7000...

I bought my bike new in 2011 mid July for $7000 CDN. I have over 15,000km on it now. I use it for everything, but mostly exploring bush roads. Been to the dentist, commute 8km one way to work,...
Forum: Thumpers 02-20-2013, 03:48 PM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
I would love to hear that thing. It would be nice...

I would love to hear that thing. It would be nice to have a quiet aftermarket exhaust though. Not exactly cheap at almost a grand!
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 02-11-2013, 03:59 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,184
Posted By 1Down-5Up
I'm used to forums where you set all threads to...

I'm used to forums where you set all threads to have an email notification so I didn't realise this thread "popped out of the water". Here's a couple of pics creek fishing in northern Ontario for...
Forum: Thumpers 02-11-2013, 03:25 AM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Did you take notes on fuel economy??? Would be...

Did you take notes on fuel economy??? Would be interesting to know the difference.

I changed the stock Deathwings to K270's but changed gearing to 14x49 so it was hard to conclude about the fuel...
Forum: Thumpers 01-26-2013, 04:39 AM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Fuel pump life

What's the most "mileage" anyone gotten out of a fuel pump?
Forum: Equipment 01-20-2013, 04:18 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,567
Posted By 1Down-5Up
The packraft I'm looking at is under 6 lbs (2.6...

The packraft I'm looking at is under 6 lbs (2.6 kg).Alpacka's use an inflation bag which is a simple and super light air pump, could probably be adapted to the Boston valve ( or make one )....
Forum: Equipment 01-17-2013, 07:27 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,567
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Dang, I started daydreaming about a "Jesus bike...

Dang, I started daydreaming about a "Jesus bike project" and looks like many beat me to it.In northern Ontario we get many flooded logging road especially dues to beavers. I am planning on purchasing...
Forum: Thumpers 01-13-2013, 05:33 AM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
I think he will have to change tires before he...

I think he will have to change tires before he has to refuel!!!:rofl

Safari tank= 15L +8L +7L Roto= 30L @ 27km/L = 810 km (506 miles) Best case scenario

As for the tire, I would take the wheel...
Forum: Thumpers 12-29-2012, 05:34 AM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
For the cheapie guys out there I used a piece of...

For the cheapie guys out there I used a piece of 3/4 " plywood to replace the tin lid on the Yamaha rear rack.
Nice thing is you can cut them to any shape to experiment. My latest one is cut to fit...
Forum: Equipment 12-28-2012, 08:15 AM
Replies: 283
Views: 57,285
Posted By 1Down-5Up
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/SIDI-Adventure-Gore-Tex-boo...

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/SIDI-Adventure-Gore-Tex-boots-Best-Gore-Tex-Version-/360540501662?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item92b3479654
Forum: Equipment 12-28-2012, 05:13 AM
Replies: 283
Views: 57,285
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Sidi Adventure Gore-tex

I finally decided to get some waterproof boots and bribed Santa to get me some. Sidi adventure Gore-tex, nice stuff, great fit. I have been wearing size 46 lately and that's what I ordered. They seem...
Forum: Thumpers 12-28-2012, 03:50 AM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Headlight adjustment

Anybody adjust their headlight? I looked in the owners manual and there was nothing listed.
I thought I'd ask before taking the unit off (lazy). If I jab the front brake the lighting positions to...
Forum: Day Trippin' 09-30-2012, 03:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 966
Posted By 1Down-5Up
I used my truck and enclosed trailer and we...

I used my truck and enclosed trailer and we parked in Field. Its a real treat to slip into dry cloths for the drive home.
Forum: Day Trippin' 09-29-2012, 06:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 966
Posted By 1Down-5Up
I went for an even wetter ride today, northwest...

I went for an even wetter ride today, northwest of the Bay. Riding buddy has an XR650L but was really keen on the new CRF 250L. They have one here at North Bay Cycle for $5199.
...
Forum: Day Trippin' 09-29-2012, 06:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 966
Posted By 1Down-5Up
That swamp must have been south of where I went....

That swamp must have been south of where I went. I got pretty deep trying to ride a flooded ski-doo trail last week. Bailed halfway, boots took 5 days to dry.
Forum: Day Trippin' 09-29-2012, 06:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 966
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Most gas stops are on the hiway, Sundridge or...

Most gas stops are on the hiway, Sundridge or South River. Nobody going cross-Canada should be going through that much water !! Too bad they don't take DeadHorse trail instead of Chemical Road.

JB
Forum: Day Trippin' 09-29-2012, 03:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 966
Posted By 1Down-5Up
http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q543/Joskus/Fa...

http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q543/Joskus/Farm_zps624ed6ff.jpg

http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q543/Joskus/Deep2_zpsa2fb535c.jpg
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Forum: Day Trippin' 09-29-2012, 03:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 966
Posted By 1Down-5Up
http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q543/Joskus/Ty...

http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q543/Joskus/Tyne_zps4b810704.jpg

http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q543/Joskus/Swamp_zpsbda0abbe.jpg

My camera fell out of my tail bag because dumb old...
Forum: Day Trippin' 09-29-2012, 03:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 966
Posted By 1Down-5Up
http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q543/Joskus/Fo...

http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q543/Joskus/Forgotten1_zps63ca32e4.jpg

http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q543/Joskus/Forgotten2_zps1306ea76.jpg
...
Forum: Day Trippin' 09-29-2012, 03:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 966
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Trans Canada Trail / Old Nipissing Road Ride

Thursday September 27th was a gorgeous sunny day here and I was smart enough to have it booked off for a ride. Left North Bay at 3 Celcius but it warmed up to a balmy 12 later on. Took the Trans...
Forum: Day Trippin' 09-26-2012, 04:20 AM
Replies: 313
Views: 61,234
Posted By 1Down-5Up
They take hunting seriously in BC ...

They take hunting seriously in BC http://ca.news.yahoo.com/b-c-man-kills-grizzly-attacked-him-020028270.html
Forum: Equipment 09-22-2012, 07:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,630
Posted By 1Down-5Up
I often use a Stanley FatMax 15"/380mm carpenters...

I often use a Stanley FatMax 15"/380mm carpenters handsaw. It outperforms most handsaws I have tried. I slide it under my tailbag. It is a little heavier but worth it. I tried a Fiskars retractable...
Forum: Day Trippin' 09-18-2012, 02:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,754
Posted By 1Down-5Up
I found a route that goes from Mattawa to Lake...

I found a route that goes from Mattawa to Lake Wanapitei or Capreol. Its possible to do it all off-road. Its not for big bikes though. There is a trail from Trout Creek to Boulter which takes you to...
Forum: Canada 09-06-2012, 04:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,277
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Haha. Graduated from Chippewa in 1983. As kids we...

Haha. Graduated from Chippewa in 1983. As kids we used to ride our dirt bikes through the old mall (now NorthGate ) to head up to Charmichel pits up the old Resevoir road. There is good riding a...
Forum: Thumpers 09-05-2012, 11:28 AM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Yep, That's the one. I'll do a thread on it with...

Yep, That's the one. I'll do a thread on it with GPX files in due time. The mud bog is optional for Blue plated bikes :1drink
Forum: Thumpers 09-05-2012, 03:59 AM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
13000 km since last July no problems with the...

13000 km since last July no problems with the bike.

http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q543/Joskus/5fbad230.jpg
Forum: Thumpers 09-05-2012, 03:52 AM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
You need to ride just a little further north then...

You need to ride just a little further north then the fun starts. Here are some pics of an Off-road ride from Mattawa to Sudbury I have blazed.

...
Forum: Thumpers 09-03-2012, 05:10 AM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
I was wondering if you all plan to use the tool...

I was wondering if you all plan to use the tool kit supplied wrench for the rear wheel nut ? I saw this nifty looking combo tool
and was tempted to try one . I carry a bicycle patch kit with me....
Forum: Thumpers 08-31-2012, 03:35 AM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Its going to be the WR125R ...

Its going to be the WR125R

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsKSgeTYFvU

:puke1
Forum: Thumpers 08-29-2012, 05:06 PM
Replies: 35,757
Views: 6,084,601
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Which brand of bar is this? I didn't see it...

Which brand of bar is this? I didn't see it specifically in my catalogue. Thx.
Forum: Day Trippin' 08-29-2012, 04:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 975
Posted By 1Down-5Up
Nice to see a report from close to home! I've...

Nice to see a report from close to home! I've been working on a route from Mattawa to Sudbury area on back roads and ATV trails. Now I just have to ride it! Would be nice to have a few days with...
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