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Forum: Equipment 04-23-2013, 06:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 378
Posted By switchback
Update: I had the opportunity to ride with...

Update:

I had the opportunity to ride with all the gloves and have a few observations.

The Cold pro was comfortable at around 26 degrees Fahrenheit. Gloves will take a few rides to break in...
Forum: Equipment 04-12-2013, 08:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 378
Posted By switchback
Don't have the jacket but I would buy one. Read...

Don't have the jacket but I would buy one. Read several positive reviews here and elsewhere. Biggest complaints are it is a heavy jacket and gets hot in summer.
Forum: Equipment 04-12-2013, 03:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 378
Posted By switchback
Thumb Sliders Gloves

Thought this might be of interest. Bought 3 different pairs of Competition Accessories Sliders Gloves after reading a very positive review on WebBikeWorld.

Cold Pro Winter
This glove is the one...
Forum: Ride reports 03-22-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 311
Views: 36,928
Posted By switchback
I have been enjoying your videos for the past...

I have been enjoying your videos for the past month. Look forward to watching more every week. Great work and many thanks.
Forum: Vendors 02-20-2013, 10:59 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 52,083
Posted By switchback
Just placed my second order

Comments to the vendor:

Shipping is pretty steep and does not reflect the size of the package.

Change the container. A flexible plastic container would be much better than the fragile case...
Forum: Vendors 02-17-2013, 08:34 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 33,748
Posted By switchback
So here is my problem. Testers are saying that...

So here is my problem. Testers are saying that it is better than the Anakee 2, Tourance... Well most every tire I have tried new felt better than my old flat-spotted tire I had previously. If any...
Forum: Vendors 02-10-2013, 10:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,539
Posted By switchback
This is my source: ...

This is my source: http://www.nieuwsmotor.nl/motornieuws-motorbranche/12095-interview-manfred-grunert-bmw-motorrad-over-husqvarna.html

The update says that parts will be available.
Forum: Vendors 02-10-2013, 10:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,539
Posted By switchback
Parts yes, Husqvarna will have to arrange a...

Parts yes, Husqvarna will have to arrange a supplier but complete engines for another model year not likely. Hundreds of posts on cafehusky.com.
Forum: Vendors 02-07-2013, 02:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,539
Posted By switchback
First, not a KTM sale but a sale to a company...

First, not a KTM sale but a sale to a company owned by the CEO of KTM and separate form the company that owns part of KTM also partially owned by the CEO.

From what I have read BMW will not be...
Forum: Equipment 02-07-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,579
Posted By switchback
According to Google ships within a week. I have...

According to Google ships within a week. I have a Nexus 7 and love it, the 10 would be great as well. Have a transformer 101 and friend has a 300. Happy with anything ASUS (Nexus 7 is an ASUS, the...
Forum: Ride reports 01-24-2013, 08:19 PM
Replies: 4,652
Views: 2,512,088
Posted By switchback
Gee, thanks for the confidence in your neighbors...

Gee, thanks for the confidence in your neighbors to the south. By the way, you're the one carrying around the "Loonies and Toonies." Take off ehh. Immediately saw the 10 and knew. But then again...
Forum: Equipment 01-18-2013, 10:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 768
Posted By switchback
I recommend the Tusk aluminum handguards here: ...

I recommend the Tusk aluminum handguards here:

Tusk-D-Flex-Handguards...
Forum: Equipment 01-17-2013, 04:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,101
Posted By switchback
Nice, I have not seen that model till now.

Nice, I have not seen that model till now.
Forum: Equipment 01-17-2013, 04:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,478
Posted By switchback
+1 and times 1000000000000 Best magazine on...

+1 and times 1000000000000

Best magazine on the planet! Have both digital and print versions. I subscribe to the digital version read the page flip on the computer or put the PDFs in my Kindle...
Forum: The Rockies – It's all downhill from here... 01-11-2013, 11:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 404
Posted By switchback
You are not looking in the right places for...

You are not looking in the right places for riding partners. http://motoutah.com/
Forum: The Rockies – It's all downhill from here... 01-11-2013, 11:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 404
Posted By switchback
http://www.southvalleymotorsports.com/ You...

http://www.southvalleymotorsports.com/

You will find good service at this dealership if you need to take it somewhere. I would strongly advise staying away from some of the others. How close to...
Forum: Ride reports 01-04-2013, 08:55 PM
Replies: 4,652
Views: 2,512,088
Posted By switchback
Have 450s to 1200s in my garage and have to say...

Have 450s to 1200s in my garage and have to say that the Tenere is amazing for its size off road, better than my DR650 was IMHO but neither are fun in deep mud or sand. I think I would have a WR250r...
Forum: Ride reports 01-04-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 4,652
Views: 2,512,088
Posted By switchback
http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a555/rodcurrie...

http://i1283.photobucket.com/albums/a555/rodcurrie/Russia2012109_zps6c1d8281.jpg

These guys are out crossing Mongolia which is more than l can say for most ridiculing them. They have my respect...
Forum: Vendors 12-21-2012, 01:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,678
Posted By switchback
IMHO skip the app and go directly to ADVMoto and...

IMHO skip the app and go directly to ADVMoto and buy it there. Then you can read it anywhere and don't have to rely on flaky third party apps. PDF opens in Kindle and multiple readers on any devise...
Forum: Vendors 12-21-2012, 01:36 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 33,748
Posted By switchback
Awesome, the Metzler Karoo III's have a mud &...

Awesome, the Metzler Karoo III's have a mud & snow rating!
Forum: Equipment 12-18-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,552
Posted By switchback
Tried the bigger neck thing that covers the upper...

Tried the bigger neck thing that covers the upper shoulder area too. Works well. Have not tried the glove liners yet but plan to. bought a shirt as a present. Overall I think it is good stuff. ...
Forum: Ride reports 12-15-2012, 01:11 PM
Replies: 4,652
Views: 2,512,088
Posted By switchback
+1000 The G650GS and the Serato are very top...

+1000
The G650GS and the Serato are very top heavy and outdated compared with the Husky. Not that the Husky is a lightweight by any means bit is is a fine machine.
Forum: Equipment 11-05-2012, 12:56 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 270
Posted By switchback
Thumb Thor Insulator Gloves

I have been on a quest to find a warm glove for the winter months that is not bulky. After reading a blog from a world traveler praising the predecessor to these gloves I thought I would give them a...
Forum: Equipment 11-02-2012, 11:09 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,978
Posted By switchback
+1000 Will never part with my Micatechs. ...

+1000

Will never part with my Micatechs. What you can't see here is the nice can holders on the lid on the V2s. Don't want to spill your beer! (Works well as a table too)
Forum: Beasts 10-27-2012, 08:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,805
Posted By switchback
The serato is a complete POS. Just take it off...

The serato is a complete POS. Just take it off the stand, it is more top heavy then either the BMW or Triumph 800s. If you are interested in a cheaper 650 buy the new Husky 650 BMW worked over. ...
Forum: Thumpers 10-27-2012, 07:31 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 44,507
Posted By switchback
The little T-Dubs are great bikes but not at 60+...

The little T-Dubs are great bikes but not at 60+ MPH. Just took a trip with Dad on his 2012 and me on my XTZ1200. At highway speeds the bike will eat half of its oil supply in 500 miles or less so...
Forum: Equipment 10-21-2012, 08:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,023
Posted By switchback
The problem with these gloves is they are...

The problem with these gloves is they are extremely bulky. Yes I use them in the coldest weather but I am not happy about it. Olympia all seasons (not waterproof) take me through most days. ...
Forum: Vendors 10-20-2012, 08:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 467
Posted By switchback
Your CL-850 saddlebags are a big favorite around...

Your CL-850 saddlebags are a big favorite around here. Great product.
Forum: Equipment 10-20-2012, 03:31 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 8,971
Posted By switchback
This is beginning to look like an oil or tire...

This is beginning to look like an oil or tire thread :huh

Adventure photography is about compromises. There is no perfect camera and in fact most photographers have different cameras for...
Forum: Equipment 10-19-2012, 08:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,659
Posted By switchback
Thumb Micatech is the best.

<a href="http://s1081.photobucket.com/albums/j346/greyadventures/Glacier%20Trip%20September%202012/?action=view&amp;current=SAM_0150.jpg" target="_blank"><img...
Forum: GPS 101 - Which GPS For Me 10-19-2012, 11:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 620
Posted By switchback
Magellan eXplorist 710

Reading some reviews on these. It seems Magellan is trying to be relevant again and these units are getting some praise. Even a professional GIS grade unit in the same body. Anyone have any...
Forum: Equipment 10-13-2012, 07:17 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 8,971
Posted By switchback
The simple answer for the best camera is the one...

The simple answer for the best camera is the one you have or the one you will use. Point and shoots are frustrating for me. There are so many cheap mirrorless system cameras now, and have seen some...
Forum: Equipment 10-13-2012, 07:10 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,622
Posted By switchback
Anything Asus is very good. I am more of a...

Anything Asus is very good. I am more of a laptop guy myself. Developing Raw Photos has me relying on more capable software and much more storage..
Forum: Equipment 10-13-2012, 06:50 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,742
Posted By switchback
Things I have learned. Most mesh gear will...

Things I have learned.

Most mesh gear will only last through a crash at bicycle speeds. Buy mesh with leather or heavy Cordura in impact areas.
Cheap gear isn't as bad as everyone makes it out...
Forum: Equipment 10-13-2012, 06:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 990
Posted By switchback
I wear compression shorts in the summer and...

I wear compression shorts in the summer and Thermal under armor type stuff in the winter. Rarely use liners. Under overpants typically shorts or jeans. Frankly like overpants better too, more...
Forum: Beasts 10-12-2012, 07:33 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,310
Posted By switchback
With the exception of the KTM and Multistrada the...

With the exception of the KTM and Multistrada the rest of the large ADV tourers are so close that preference related to street/dirt bias, ergonomics, engine type, maintenance play a large role. I...
Forum: Equipment 10-08-2012, 05:05 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,618
Posted By switchback
Wow I would never order a rivited plate if it was...

Wow I would never order a rivited plate if it was known. The SW Motech for the Super Tenere has no rivets and seems quite robust. That said, there are plates out there that are built like a tank.
Forum: Equipment 10-08-2012, 04:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 515
Posted By switchback
I know you are looking at the DUal-Stars but do...

I know you are looking at the DUal-Stars but do yourself a favor and check out the Double Take Mirrors.

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=571500&highlight=double
Forum: Vendors 10-08-2012, 04:03 PM
Replies: 3,334
Views: 526,255
Posted By switchback
Hey I like what I see as far as your products go...

Hey I like what I see as far as your products go but I have one suggestion. On your site you have tons of pictures of one perhaps two colors, could you have a pic of each color scheme to start with...
Forum: Vendors 10-08-2012, 03:42 PM
Replies: 291
Views: 44,941
Posted By switchback
Thumbs down I live in Utah, we have no moisture here. ...

I live in Utah, we have no moisture here.



Max, the last thing I want to do is remount a tire every 3000 miles (in my experience). Still, with how hard this stuff gets there is still no way...
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