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Making the Easy Things Hard

Making the Easy Things Hard

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September 11, 2020

Making the Easy Things Hard

We frequently hear that “rider training is one of the best investments anyone can make.” But I imagine that, like me, many riders ignore this advice. Reasons vary from being turned off by the cost, a preferred set of shiny…
RawHyde’s Adventure Days at Zakar 2020

RawHyde’s Adventure Days at Zakar 2020

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May 05, 2020

RawHyde’s Adventure Days at Zakar 2020

Located in the western Mojave Desert is an annual event known as “Adventure Days.” It’s put on by RawHyde Adventures and held at their compound-like outpost called “Zakar,” filled with vendors, instructors and participants all sharing one common activity/lifestyle: ADVenture…
2020 GS Trophy Qualifications

2020 GS Trophy Qualifications

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September 06, 2019

2020 GS Trophy Qualifications

The GS Trophy Challenge is one of the most complex motorcycle-specific off-road course challenges held in an international spotlight. Riding the venerable BMW F850GS, contestants from all over the U.S. descended upon Rawhyde’s BMW Off Road Training Academy near Castaic…
Top Five Products at IMS Long Beach 2018

Top Five Products at IMS Long Beach 2018

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November 21, 2018

Top Five Products at IMS Long Beach 2018

Do you like seeing the latest and greatest motorcycle models and innovative products? If so, then make sure you don’t miss the Progressive International Motorcycle Show next year! It just took place in Long Beach, CA, November 16 - 18,…
Event Report: ADVWoman Rendezvous 2018

Event Report: ADVWoman Rendezvous 2018

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August 21, 2018

Event Report: ADVWoman Rendezvous 2018

All roads lead to Granby, Colorado the third weekend in July each year, or at least all the dirt roads do. Even Google Maps, which normally avoids dirt roads within its everyday navigation, was on board as it routed me…
Event Report: March Moto Madness USA 2018

Event Report: March Moto Madness USA 2018

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June 28, 2018

Event Report: March Moto Madness USA 2018

It’s madness… with motos… in March… and it’s been a tradition for more than a decade. Last year, the weather treated us so nicely with sunny days in the 60s that this year we had to pay the price in…
Horizons Unlimited Mountain Madness Appalachians 2017

Horizons Unlimited Mountain Madness Appalachians 2017

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June 11, 2018

Horizons Unlimited Mountain Madness Appalachians 2017

A bright sun peeked out from behind retreating rain clouds, ready to dry the clay, rocks and the thoroughly soaked riders. Doing their best through heavily fogged goggles, team One More Time scooted along the soaked forest roads, racing the…
Horizons Unlimited Indonesia: Adventure in Paradise

Horizons Unlimited Indonesia: Adventure in Paradise

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May 24, 2018

Horizons Unlimited Indonesia: Adventure in Paradise

It was a melting pot of splendor, inspiration and excitement as presenters and participants gathered in one of the most beautiful tropical venues Horizons Unlimited (HU) has ever presented. With event organizer Jeffrey Polnaja orchestrating, it was an HU like…
Event Report: The Flying Monkey Adventure Rally 2017

Event Report: The Flying Monkey Adventure Rally 2017

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May 14, 2018

Event Report: The Flying Monkey Adventure Rally 2017

Autumn, my favorite time of year. The air turns crisp, we gear up and head off into the backcountry to explore roads and trails adorned with beautiful hues of orange, red and gold. When seeking spots to appreciate the stunning…
Hellas Rally Raid 2017: Heroes at the Gulf of Corinth

Hellas Rally Raid 2017: Heroes at the Gulf of Corinth

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April 30, 2018

Hellas Rally Raid 2017: Heroes at the Gulf of Corinth

The cold slowly creeps in around my sleeves and the collar openings of my jacket. It’s almost five o’clock in the morning, and epic music with sounds of double-bass and electric guitars drift from my headphones into my ears. One…
Albania Rally 2017: Contrasts Under the Shadow of the Mountains

Albania Rally 2017: Contrasts Under the Shadow of the Mountains

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April 02, 2018

Albania Rally 2017: Contrasts Under the Shadow of the Mountains

The Albania Rally is one of the most tradition-laden rally events in the Balkans. Since 2006, organizer Edvin Kasimati has built up the rally in the green heart of southeast Europe. In the beginning, only 40 participants of mostly Albanian…
2017 Overland Expo East

2017 Overland Expo East

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October 16, 2017

2017 Overland Expo East

This year, the Overland Expo East, held from Sept. 29–Oct. 1, saw a much-needed revival in the motorcycle segment. Several new features like a centralized Moto Village and training course, after hour activities, contests, and a prize ceremony boosted attendance…
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