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Listen to this man.

pretty much any first aid class is likely a good start. Finding one that's focused on OEC (outdoor emergency care) would be much better, IMO as we can easily be dealing with speed related trauma. Calling @Goofy Footer to the white phone please . . . . #RadnDoc are on hold for you.

Yes. But I haven't researched where. Aside from standard stuff (insert your own definition here), I carry a sam splint, suture kit, super glue, and perhaps most import, an inReach with the magic red button that delivers a helicopter on demand. Top 2 items of importance here is the inReach and then the knowledge/training to handle the medical situation. It also helps to have Goofy's phone number and a little cell signal. His number starts with 911.

Welcome back! and I hope mom and dad are well. Many of us are going through this chapter in life with you, with our own parents. That T7 is such a good looking bike. I moved here from Silverthorne about 17 years ago and while I often wish I was living there again to ride those spectacular mountains... I prefer waking up to palm trees everyday now. What's great is that it's really not too far still to get to when you want. For this chapter of my life I am digging being right across the border from Baja and all it's wonders. Looking forward to riding with you sometime.

Sweet!! Ian sure seems to like his.

There’s always Uber. And I’m not gonna ride you b*tch unless you are injured. 😉

^^^^^ I think you missed the point. But, yeh we should all get together more and become actual friends and not just keyboard buddies. Nothing like a good coffee and donut, or icey cold beer face to face to get to know your community. Great suggestion 3fiddy.

Doh! IRC tire guy is who I was thinking of when I replied (I should know better than to multi task). These two channels are among my most enjoyed channels right now.

Hey, I resemble that remark!! Actually I hope no one here actually believes that about me.

I have huge respect for him and enjoy his channel. There is a lot of his stuff that translates to ADV bikes. And of course some that don’t. But his current series of 10 lessons is VERY good stuff. Are you actually practicing any of it? Most watch but don’t do. Practice is the key to growth

Yes. I’ll even help you pick the bike up. ✅ April is full but we might have a cancellation. March might still have a spot or two.

I know!! I was surprised the truck bailed out. WTH?! Granted, I've not 4WD'd mud like that. But I have ridden it in Colorado. I pushed the locked up front wheel for awhile in spite of it, but that didn't last too long. Too slick to put a foot down and hold the bike. Had to get in a rut and stay in it to just stay on the trail. We quickly tired of that game and picked out way back out. Did a simple 180, like a slow motion overweight ballerina . . . No getting out of there until that fender was removed. Mud packed up in there like concrete.

^^^ see, that's the thing. People say "I don't need all that high level stuff because I don't ride like you". And there in lies the rub. My worst injuries all happened in first gear. My broken clavicle happened at 1 mph, slipping the clutch in first gear on a smooth grass lawn. Yet, years ago I T-boned a deer in Idaho at about 50mph. Totaled the bike and killed the deer. Walked away from it with hardly a scratch. Go figure.

I'm digging your pack/armor rig. Nice work! So you obviously wear that over your jersey . . . ?

They were the genesis of todays Adv bike movement. I miss the economy and the simplicity of those days. …. Right up until I sling a leg over my 1250. 😂 Here’s my dad Adventure riding his Yamaha 80 across Idaho. I really enjoyed that movie. Half expected @tntmo to make a guest appearance in the middle of that snow storm and rescue them with a stick of chewing gum and a shoelace.

I pretty much have MM’s whole showroom in my garage. Come on over and check it out if you like. I’ll share what I like and don’t like and why.

That is exactly the route I am going based on living and riding mostly in the Southwest. just ordered the Marakesh yesterday. For cold days I’ll run the Mosko Moto Ektotherm puffy under it. For really cold starts I’ll plug it into the bike and turn it on “roast” mode. For rain and snow I’ll throw a rain shell over the top of everything. All pieces can pack and stow in a small space so I don’t end up looking like a gypsy wagon or worse …. A GS rider. 🤷‍♂️🤣👌

No kidding. Quote of the day right there. it doesn’t have to be. But often is. Your level of protection kind of depends on how and where you ride. Actually that’s not true. It depends on where and how you crash. I’ve seen riders with the Forma boots mentioned above (I call them bedroom slippers) spend a week crashing in Baja and walk away loving their boots. And then watched a rider simply drop their bike at 2 mph on a hill, and break their leg inside a top of line $700 MX boot. If you are just getting into ADV riding just about any modern ADV clothing will suffice. Buy them based on temperatures and weather you expect. Used gear is a huge market and I buy and sell about half of my ‘inventory’ used. Just gotta remember to keep selling!!! if all one can afford is a flannel shirt, work boots and a yard sale helmet, then for gosh sakes do it. That’s how most of us started. I tend to go the other way and seem to be on a path of try it all, buy it all. My wife has concerns. your budget will pretty much determine your next move. Give us a number and the group brain trust here will have more ideas for you. $250? $500? $1000? $1500? and let us know the ratio of street to dirt you hope to ride…. Good lord, I’m heading down the rabbit hole…

Perhaps one finger, and you know which one. LOL!

Only because they aren't spending every waking minute changing oil, tightening and replacing chains, and fixing flats, and replacing fuel pumps. I think I'mma go get some manicure on later this morning. Hey, when you have a moment bring me that bourbon we discussed cause I have time to drink it now. And I think you do too.

I guess it didn't take.8-)