Okay, so I am probably a little late on this – but assuming you have some Christmas money left over and want get to a few things for yourself I have a couple ideas. The first couple items are books. I know. That people are reading this from all over the planet, so some of … More Things to Buy for Yourself
Going along with a previous post about medical insurance, being ready and able to deal with medical emergencies while traveling is an important skill, and easy to address before you actually hit the road. Just to warn you, I work as a paramedic – which means I get to drive around in an large, expense … More Medical Training Before You Go
There are a few things you need with a commuter motorcycle. It has to be agile and fun to ride. It has to have luggage. Since I live in the Midwest, where it can be cold and snowy, it needs to be able to support heated gear and have some weather protection, as well as … More RX3 Review (Part Two) Commuting
I’ve decided to break my review of the RX3 into a few different parts. As those of you who have actually asked me know, I’ve been recommending the RX3 for anyone who is shopping for an adventure motorcycle. I’ve also said, repeatedly, that you shouldn’t start off your motorcycle adventure by buying a new motorcycle, … More RX3 Review (Part One)
Look, no one ever wants things to go so very, very wrong that they need medical attention. Some travelers are so optimistic about this that they travel for months or years without any sort of medical insurance, just dealing with any actual issues that come up as the arise. I am not going to say … More Medical Insurance for the Overland Traveler
I love going to events and talking about packing. I write books about it. I harass friends over it. I even have been known to look at my Fiancee’s bag and shake my head sadly over the sheer amount of stuff she wants to bring everywhere (it’s mostly food). Despite all this I am repeatedly … More Packing – Six Things to Remember
You need stuff to carry stuff in, if you are going to be spending days or weeks on your motorcycle. Actually, I need to clarify that – most people will need stuff to carry stuff if they are spending days or weeks on their motorcycle. In truth, you don’t need to leave home with anything … More Luggage – Five Things to Remember
