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Ahhhh…finally BMW gets with their own Adventure program…still though no adjustable shield like the 1200 and still the plank seat…they are getting there though…24 litre tank? WOW> What do you think?
Get ready for some long remote roads. This last chapter in the TNE route consists of three roads that together cover almost 1500 kilometres. This chapter of the TNE starts off in the town of Chibougamau. Chibougamau has a population of 7500 and has most modern amenities available. It is the largest community in northern…
TNE Phase Two Section Two – Baie Comeau to Chibougamau This chapter of the True North East route could best be described as remote. The route begins in the town of Baie Comeau. This town has a population of approximately 26, 000 and has been around since 1889. A few years later the first saw…
SOURCE: GRAVEL TRAVEL The Dirt Name: True North East (TNE) Location: New Brunswick & Quebec Distance: Approx 2500 km’s Duration: 7-10 days Rating: Primarily Class 2 roads with Class 1 roads making up 30% of the route. 2 short sections of class 4. Creator: Ted Johnson and Fabrice Tremblay, a special thanks to Steve Vardy…
Words By Noble McIntyre Photos By Jeff Cobb SOURCE: Motorcycle Safety News Motorcycles have always evoked an image of freedom, individuality, and as the case may be, rebellion. With that freedom, there is also the possibility of an injury. Motorcycle safety has evolved significantly over the years and the rudimentary helmet and classic leather jacket…
By Jeff Cobb SOURCE: MOTORCYCLE.COM Motorcycles can be a great way to commute, transport smaller stuff from point A to B, or travel, sightsee and tour. Depending on how much you carry, however, added weight can affect wear and tear on the whole bike, including suspension, tires, drive train, and brakes. It can also affect…
I have to agree with this great article….again not only for Noobs is this written for…even experienced riders who travel far distances can always learn from insight. By Karel Kramer, Photography by BMW, Karel Kramer SOURCE: MOTORCYCLIST Nobody walks out to the garage and pulls on a helmet and riding gear thinking, “I really want…
I find there are three sides to the concept of camping while traveling on a bike. Stealth Camping: Living temporarily in a location, usually for recreation, in a covert or secretive fashion. Stealth camping is also referred to as wild camping, ninja camping, or free camping. (source: stealthcamping.com) Tent Camping: Enjoying the great outdoors living…
TCAT Introduction
Make sure you check out this great website helping you plan your adventure across Canada back road way…Gravel Travel We missed this road while riding the Cassiar…A great reason to go back! The DIRT Name: Telegraph Creek Location: Northern BC Distance: 150 km (one way) Duration: 1 day, we recommend spending a night in the…
I found a great web site for anyone to peruse if you are traveling Canada on a bike. I will be posting some of its content here but use this link, GRAVELTRAVEL.CA to read all about the many back country roads up here. The site also include the TCAT-Tans Canada Adventure Trail. Plus, like last…
We took the train from Ottawa to Montreal which was great the way there. Unexpectedly I bought economy business class seats which included a full course meal that was actually good. Plus, alcohol, snacks etc. All for about $10 more than the regular economy class. On the way back all those seats were sold out…
Not often do Cheryl and I get away without our bikes but when we do we make the best if it. Visiting Cheryl in Ottawa while she continues her training for the IDENT section of the RCMP was great to walk about and see all the sights and sounds of these two Canadian cities. We…
March 29, 2013 By Blake Conner 1 Comment Photographer : Fran Kuhn, Illustrations: Tim Barker SOURCE: CYCLE WORLD They missed the BMW F800GS to add to the test! The Mayans seriously screwed up. Either that, or we are not very good at reading their hieroglyphs. Most of us woke up last December 22nd and…
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