Bagstr 287 Posted December 20, 2019 0800; 52f, Clear Sky, No Wind. Every Day in the Dez with Eight responsible Riders, Is a Trophy Day. Only one fatality - Oracle has film. New Rider DWreck fit right in with the Old/Retired guys; Good to meet you.. Returning Rider CID? Do I have the name correct? You kept up with the young father of the group. Hope to see you again. PBDblue, Good to see your group again. Recent Retiree/ Father, Setting the pace for Dads. Glad you recovered to make the ride. The Man in Black - We are on the same plane. As always, good Team Work to keep these guys corraled. Bags - Oh My, Christmas - Out P.S. Where is d’Rigger? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DWreck91 10 Posted December 20, 2019 Thanks for having me, the riding was awesome. Now to start working on a radio set up so I can find out what I was missing out on Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted December 20, 2019 https://www.ruggedradios.com/index.php?main_page=special_categories&cPath=1083 https://www.ruggedradios.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=139&products_id=282 Personally, I prefer the earbud version. People have various opinions about the Boefang radios, but they are way inexpensive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PbdBlue 46 Posted December 20, 2019 1 hour ago, Bagstr said: https://www.ruggedradios.com/index.php?main_page=special_categories&cPath=1083 https://www.ruggedradios.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=139&products_id=282 Personally, I prefer the earbud version. People have various opinions about the Boefang radios, but they are way inexpensive. Buy the Baufeng UV5-R on Amazon. Much cheaper than Rugged for basically the same radio. Rumor is that RR Baufeng is now locked out of the ham band per recent FCC ruling so it won't work with SDAR frequency. There's probably a way around that but just get the Amazon one and avoid the headache. Packaage deal: https://www.amazon.com/BaoFeng-1800mAh-Battery-TIDRADIO-Antenna/dp/B0772FYKK8/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?keywords=uv5-r&qid=1576868837&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExMDU0NURHTEFTMDhCJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwOTk3NTg0Slg4Tjg3S1NTQTJXJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAzMTA4MzUzVVNCOElXSUVaRktJJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ== Or Just the radio: https://www.amazon.com/BaoFeng-UV-5R-Dual-Radio-Black/dp/B007H4VT7A/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=uv5-r&qid=1576868837&sr=8-4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DWreck91 10 Posted December 20, 2019 Thanks for the insights, I've been reading through the communications section trying to figure it all out. Those Bao Feng radios are much cheaper than I expected, looks like $300 will get me set up with everything Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oracle 195 Posted December 20, 2019 I came home tired, sore, and ready for the next one. It's not too often the Governor goes down, but when he does, his friends make sure to get pics and laugh. You know you're with friends when you can roast each other on occasion. PMB and CID have some payback coming. Nothing major but you'll know it when the Oracle strikes back.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crawdaddy 96 Posted December 20, 2019 Glad you're alright Bags...…..I took a seemingly inconsequential fall like that in August and broke 8 ribs and a collarbone...….despite ATGATT Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DWreck91 10 Posted December 20, 2019 2 hours ago, PbdBlue said: Buy the Baufeng UV5-R on Amazon. Much cheaper than Rugged for basically the same radio. Rumor is that RR Baufeng is now locked out of the ham band per recent FCC ruling so it won't work with SDAR frequency. There's probably a way around that but just get the Amazon one and avoid the headache. Packaage deal: https://www.amazon.com/BaoFeng-1800mAh-Battery-TIDRADIO-Antenna/dp/B0772FYKK8/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?keywords=uv5-r&qid=1576868837&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExMDU0NURHTEFTMDhCJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwOTk3NTg0Slg4Tjg3S1NTQTJXJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAzMTA4MzUzVVNCOElXSUVaRktJJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ== Or Just the radio: https://www.amazon.com/BaoFeng-UV-5R-Dual-Radio-Black/dp/B007H4VT7A/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=uv5-r&qid=1576868837&sr=8-4 If I get the BaoFeng from Amazon would this kit work https://www.ruggedradios.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1083&products_id=1378 or do I need this kit https://www.ruggedradios.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1083&products_id=586 with a separate jumper? I think this is the jumper I would need https://www.ruggedradios.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=34_36&products_id=98 ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted December 20, 2019 This kit https://www.ruggedradios.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1083&products_id=1378 will work fine. The other kit/combination uses a different post-to-talk plug. This kit uses an RCA type plug which works pretty well- lots of folks using them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DWreck91 10 Posted December 21, 2019 1 hour ago, paulmbowers said: This kit https://www.ruggedradios.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1083&products_id=1378 will work fine. The other kit/combination uses a different post-to-talk plug. This kit uses an RCA type plug which works pretty well- lots of folks using them. Thanks for the clarification, sorry to turn this into a radio thread. Back to your regularly scheduled ride report Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SoCalMule 106 Posted December 21, 2019 20 minutes ago, DWreck91 said: Thanks for the clarification, sorry to turn this into a radio thread. Back to your regularly scheduled ride report Sorry Baggs one more add to the hijacked thread...DWreck91 I use the RR set up that Paul gave you the link to and I like it mucho. I do recommend purchasing the extended life radio battery for $30! It gets you through a lot of chatter with the Breakfast Club gang...or maybe don't buy that battery?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted December 21, 2019 2 hours ago, Crawdaddy said: Glad you're alright Bags...…..I took a seemingly inconsequential fall like that in August and broke 8 ribs and a collarbone...….despite ATGATT Ha, my drop was an GPS fall in the Deep Sand. Only bruised my ego. June Wash has 3 different canyons; hard to make snap decisions with 7 Monsters behind you. Glad to provide some excitement. 👀 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PbdBlue 46 Posted December 21, 2019 41 minutes ago, SoCalMule said: Sorry Baggs one more add to the hijacked thread...DWreck91 I use the RR set up that Paul gave you the link to and I like it mucho. I do recommend purchasing the extended life radio battery for $30! It gets you through a lot of chatter with the Breakfast Club gang...or maybe don't buy that battery?! Or here for a bit less $ https://www.amazon.com/Baofeng-3800mAh-Extended-Compatible-Original/dp/B013WPA6YO/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=uv5-r+extended+battery&qid=1576890440&sr=8-1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DWreck91 10 Posted December 21, 2019 5 hours ago, PbdBlue said: Or here for a bit less $ https://www.amazon.com/Baofeng-3800mAh-Extended-Compatible-Original/dp/B013WPA6YO/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=uv5-r+extended+battery&qid=1576890440&sr=8-1 You guys make it too easy, I’ll get everything ordered up and ready to ride in the new year Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted December 21, 2019 11 hours ago, DWreck91 said: You guys make it too easy, I’ll get everything ordered up and ready to ride in the new year OK! Next steps: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 162 Posted December 21, 2019 1 hour ago, paulmbowers said: OK! Next steps: Or just a cheap pair from Cycle Gear, but you definitely want to wear shin/knee guards. I’m not an ATGATT guy but I would never ride off road without knee guards. CiD Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SoCalMule 106 Posted December 21, 2019 Tried and true...hell of a price... though my 60 YO knees say they are worth every centavo. https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/riding-gear/asterisk-ultra-cell-2.0-knee-brace-pair-p Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted December 21, 2019 SCM, Did you get the stylish socks? Totally see you in the "undersleeves". https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/riding-gear/asterisk-banded-undersleeves-p Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted December 22, 2019 5 minutes ago, Bagstr said: Did you get the stylish socks? And would you post a pic? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DWreck91 10 Posted December 22, 2019 Luckily I already own knee pads, I always know I should put them on but it’s just so easy not to. I’ll have to put them with my boots so I get reminded every time. I don’t think the braces are in the cards quite yet, they are just outrageously expensive. Maybe when the knee pads need replacement it’ll be easier to justify Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zubb 1061 Posted December 22, 2019 11 hours ago, SoCalMule said: Tried and true...hell of a price... though my 60 YO knees say they are worth every centavo. https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/riding-gear/asterisk-ultra-cell-2.0-knee-brace-pair-p <Gulp!>.... about the price of Shoei's latest greatest. . . Then again, lifes a lot harder without knees. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SoCalMule 106 Posted December 23, 2019 Last year I pogoed my foot on the ground during a turn and twisted my ACL and MCL just a tad. That "just tad" left me a bit worried for about three weeks. When the sensation finally went away, I considered myself very lucky. I was checking and found that the total cost for a MCL / ACL Tear/Surgery plus followup visits is currently $68,000.00 dollars. I guess $700.00 for a set of high quality Knee Braces is literally an ounce of prevention. Here is a link for my citation: https://calv.info/the-cost-of-an-acl Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted December 23, 2019 25 minutes ago, SoCalMule said: Last year I pogoed my foot on the ground during a turn and twisted my ACL and MCL just a tad. That "just tad" left me a bit worried for about three weeks. When the sensation finally went away, I considered myself very lucky. I was checking and found that the total cost for a MCL / ACL Tear/Surgery plus followup visits is currently $68,000.00 dollars. I guess $700.00 for a set of high quality Knee Braces is literally an ounce of prevention. Here is a link for my citation: https://calv.info/the-cost-of-an-acl Agreed the only time in last 5 years I didn't wear braces of guards for knees I blew up my quadriceps tendons in inspiration wash from handle bar impact couldn't walk for 6 weeks now wear full braces every ride even dual sport stuff Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AFM24 19 Posted December 27, 2019 Adding to the knee brace database... These are the ones I ended up getting after seeing that the bill for some relatively-simple broken ribs was over $90K: https://www.mobiusbraces.com/store/x8-knee-brace/ Yeah, super expensive but I learned the lesson about protecting body parts. After reading a bunch of reviews, I felt that any of the major ones will provide protection; I liked the cinch cables on these. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted December 27, 2019 11 minutes ago, AFM24 said: Adding to the knee brace database... These are the ones I ended up getting after seeing that the bill for some relatively-simple broken ribs was over $90K: https://www.mobiusbraces.com/store/x8-knee-brace/ Yeah, super expensive but I learned the lesson about protecting body parts. After reading a bunch of reviews, I felt that any of the major ones will provide protection; I liked the cinch cables on these. they work good what ive used for 2.5 yrs now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
