Originally, my plan was to build up my DRZ 400 S with the accessories to ride the Great Continental Divide Trail, from Canada to Mexico. Though I completed the build, I decided to postpone the trip after I applied to work for -and successfully landed a job with- Automattic. If you're not familiar with Automattic, and love your WordPress.com blog and … Continue reading Ride to Park City, Utah
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One less pucker factor moment
Countless videos on YouTube document a piece of factory technology on most makes and models of motorcycles that is the source of some real sphincter-clinching moments for motorcyclists when riding off-road or when encountering a series of potholes in asphalt or concrete. It's called the kickstand kill switch. Its purpose is to prevent riders from forgetting the put the … Continue reading One less pucker factor moment
In sickness and in health
So I'm a bit sick. So sick I could probably sing back up for the Oakridge Boys bass singer, Richard Sterban. These opportunities come along so rarely. I'm sick around once every 2-3 years. Perhaps I should pitch Mr. Sterban the idea of a Vine video bass duet. I'll take a viral hit over a bacterial hit any day. ( … Continue reading In sickness and in health
First Video from Metcalf Motorcycle Park
Aww yeah! I love this place. Perfect training ground for the GDT. (View in HD!) http://youtu.be/1YqqgcLssGk http://youtu.be/KVyLGngwZqY Using a GoPro Hero4 Silver mounted like so...
15 miles at Metcalf Motorcycle Park
What does a trip to the Metcalf Motorcycle Park look like for me right now? 10a -- leave house, pick up lunch to go 10:3a -- arrive at park and relax a bit 11a -- start riding trails 12p -- break for lunch 12:3p -- start riding trails again 1:3p -- head home 2p -- … Continue reading 15 miles at Metcalf Motorcycle Park
Always Overdone 