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I am honored to be invited to speak at PACIFIC MOTOSPORTS our BMW dealer.
Free food, KLIM there and the intro of the new BMW 1200GS, plus me! Cheryl is still in Ottawa but I get to share many pictures and stories about our Adventure riding endeavors! What would be better than being around like minded folks/riders….good food and a great dealer? Ummm…Cheryl being there but I think I can handle it! 
Hope some readers of this blog who are local will come down on Friday, March 22! I think it’s going to be a fun night!
Special Guest speaker: LESLIE SOFARELLI
Friday, March 22, 2013 (6pm – 9pm)
BMW Reports 14% Sales Increase in US in 2012
BMW reported sales of 12,057 motorcycles in the U.S. in 2012, representing a 14.0% increase on the 10,572 units sold in 2011.
Leading the way was the S1000RR, with BMW selling 1,934 of the sportbikes this year. That represents a 20.9% growth over the 1,600 S1000RRs scooped up by American consumers in 2011.
Also performing well for BMW are its six-cylinder K series bikes in their first full year on the market. Consumers clearly preferred the GTL over the GT model, buying 1,601 of the K1600GTL compared to just 697 units of the K1600GT.
The year-end figures also include the introduction of BMW’s C series maxi-scooters. BMW did not reveal how many units of the C600 Sport it sold, but did announce deliveries of 223 C650 GT models since its U.S. launch in the fall.
[Source: BMW]
Hurricane Sandy: After Landfall (October 30, 2012)
BRUTAL STORM OF MY LIFETIME! SOURCE: The Atlantic
Last night, Hurricane Sandy — the largest Atlantic tropical system on record — made landfall just south of Atlantic City, New Jersey, bringing winds up to 90 mph (150 kph), and pushing a massive storm surge onto beaches and shorelines. At least 12 deaths have been reported in the United States. These fatalities, when added to the previous toll in the Caribbean, leave Sandy responsible for more taking more than 80 lives to date.
Millions across the Eastern Seaboard are now without power, and even more are struggling with rising floodwater. Sandy continues northward, now downgraded to a post-tropical cyclone, and those affected are now assessing the damage. Collected here are images of Sandy’s aftermath, many from New York City, which suffered widespread blackouts and a record-setting high tide early this morning. See also yesterday’s entry: Hurricane Sandy in Photos. [54 photos]
The skyline of lower Manhattan sits in darkness after a preventive power outage in New York October 29, 2012. Hurricane Sandy, the largest Atlantic tropical system on record, brought strong winds and dangerous flooding to the East Coast from the mid-Atlantic states to New England. (Reuters/Keith Bedford) Continue reading
It's watch and wait as Hurricane Sandy approaches
Editor's Note: The danger cannot be overstated. Hurricane Sandy has already claimed at least 67 lives -- including 51 in Haiti. In the United States, schools are closed, businesses shuttered and mass transit suspended. Residents are being told to hunker down -- and wait . Here is the full story.
Here are the latest developments:
Anna Kate Twitty, a spokeswoman for the Red Cross…
Leslie's family and friends are back east. Family in New York, Florida and North Carolina. Let's hope they are all staying safe from this massive storm!
The long way south 6 months solo drive from Canada to Argentina along the pacific coast.
I feel the need to highlight another ADV trip. We met Guillaume at Pacific Motosports back in July the day he was leaving on his 6 month trip. Nice guy, got himself a brand new 2012 F800GS that day and seriously after we got done speaking about his lone adventure he was off on day 1.
I have been checking in on him and his blog. He will soon be heading to South America for his final leg. Check him out….we love supporting “fellow” explorers and at the same time a bit envious that so many riders are out there riding while many of us are working….;-) Meet Guillaume!
What’s your plan?
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In Mexico!
Summer 2012 Mega Wrap Up
All pics can be clicked on for much larger higher resolution versions. Also, there are over 100 pics in this post. Hope you make it to the end!
Summer 2012 although not completely over has been an interesting one. We did not get away as much as we did last summer (Triumph Alaska Adventure 2011 – 44 days)
We accomplished riding to TWO arctic circles!
Bike Build – Yamaha Super Ténéré XT1200Z
Yamaha Super Ténéré XT1200Z Bike Build – Touratech is celebrating the arrival of Yamaha’s new Super Ténéré XT1200Z by building a project bike. We’ve added ergonomic upgrades, bolted on the essential protection items and given it luggage solutions that enable the bike to hit the road for extended travel. Follow
Intro to OUR Cager Adventure – to be con’t
When we get home I will put together a post showing all that we did while down in Arizona once Leslie’s course was finished. First few days were business and then we had 4 days to explore. Goal was to see the Grand Canyon as much as we could. We drove, yes I mean drove our bikes are at home, over 1000 miles in 3 days. It was HOT but fun. ALL PICS ARE CLICKABLE for HiRES
Here are a few sample pics we took while driving in our a/c cage!
TOP USA States to visit our BLOG – Is your State here?
The following States have over thousand views that have checked out our blog. Is your state listed? The United States so far is the country who looks at the blog the most.
Also, I would LOVE to know who checks in from Council Bluffs Iowa? For some reason this location sticks out to me every time I check my stats! I am just curious if anyone will fess up that they are from there….
Apehouse TV Where the Pavement Ends (Short Documentary)
This is WHAT ADV riding is all about….those who ride the pavement only…need to watch this more than folks like us!
The Famous DALTON HIGHWAY!
Once again thanks Gary from AK for this great idea for a posting. It’s that time of year when many of you will be heading up to Alaska for your own adventure. This time last year we were planning our own Northern excursion. So, we are envious of those who will be making this trip. The Dalton Highway is a MUST ride and getting yourself to Deadhorse in one piece would be the goal. Here is a great web site which has all the information you will need to learn about the Dalton and it’s services or should I say lack of services. Bring extra gas and enjoy this unpredictable yet beautiful highway!
I have also included some previous posts of ours that shows you where we stayed and a place where you can change your tires or oil!
CLICK HERE FOR ADVENTURE CYCLEWORKS WEB SITE
Dan the man
If anyone has questions about this road and what you might experience please feel free to post in the comments. Continue reading
Should have recorded the “Holy Shit” Comment
Cheryl and I were successful in our sneak attack visiting my parents in NY…I should have recorded when we walked in because my father, who never really curses, said “HOLY SHIT”. I was just too excited to stop and get the camera out!
We totally were able to keep this a surprise. Because we went on a 2 month motorcycle trip this summer we thought we could not make it to NY this year. However, since I got a new job I was able to take 3 weeks in between jobs hence the surprise trip. We are also here for my mother’s 75th birthday.
How often can you ever sneak across the countries, Canada and the US and walk right into the house when you knew your parents would be home having coffee etc…and scare the crap at of the hem in a good way? Once in a lifetime, like our trip this summer.
Here is a short video of our business class ride in!
Motorcycle and bicycle helmet use laws
Why not standardize the laws? Hot topic but we believe in ATGATT
(All The Gear All The Time)
December 2011
- Laws requiring all motorcyclists to wear a helmet are in place in 20 states and the District of Columbia
- Laws requiring only some motorcyclists to wear a helmet are in place in 27 states
- There is no motorcycle helmet use law in 3 states (Illinois, Iowa, and New Hampshire)
- Some bicyclists are required by law to wear a helmet in 21 states and the District of Columbia
- There is no bicycle helmet use law in 29 states Continue reading
“Prudhoe Bay Motel perfect for the end of the road”
PRUDHOE BAY MOTEL, ADVGRRLS TRIP ADVISER REVIEW
Yeah this hotel is expensive at $110 per person but there are not many choices in Deadhorse. PLUS, you get to eat 24 hrs a day in their really good cafeteria. So, for the money you get WIFI, a very clean room and facility, clean showers & bathrooms, polite locals, wear your booties to help housekeeping and all is good.
