26 ARR RAW — Travel Emotions, Paying Your Bills & Best Border Crossings

26 ARR RAW — Travel Emotions, Paying Your Bills & Best Border Crossings

Author: Adventure Rider Radio | Adventure Motorcycling February 20, 2018 Duration: 1:31:52
ARR RAW Round Table Discussions With Motorcycle Adventure Travellers Featuring Grant Johnson, Brian Rix, Shirley Hardy-Rix, Sam Manicom, Graham Field and Jim Martin.  ARR RAW February 2018 Topics:When you're on a trip, you still need to look after home responsibilities, how do you do that when far from home? Have you ever had an "aha moment", when you realize just why you're doing this crazy trip? And sometimes travel can be a bit much and you start thinking about getting back home, should you end your trip? And what about border crossings? Are they really that scary? Border Crossings: Which countries are easiest to get in to, for people that are concerned about border crossings, the hassle, etc? Keep Travelling or Go Home?: Did you ever have a moment where you thought, 'I just want to go home!'  Aha Moments: Describe a moment from a trip where that moment inspired you to think 'Yes! This is why I'm out doing this!'  Listener’s Question: Dealing With Normal Life While on an Adventure Mike Samsen: How do you deal with all the details of so called "normal" life while on an extended trip...house rental, mail, bills, prescriptions, etc? Links: Tyson Clark & Sarah Goulopoulos - The Ride of Our Life: https://www.facebook.com/therideofourlife/Ted Talks - How to Speak That People Want to Listen - Julian Treasure: https://www.ted.com/talks/julian_treasure_how_to_speak_so_that_people_want_to_listen Show Co-Hosts Sam Manicom Sam's 4 paperback books take you through the different continents of what turned out to be an 8 year motorcycle journey around the world. You can get them either direct from Sam, or via The Book Depository.com with Free Worldwide delivery. You can also find them on Kindle, and all 4 are available as Audio books for download from i-Tunes and Audible. Or you can get MP3 Audio Book CDs direct from Sam on http://www.sam-manicom.com/   Grant Johnson - Horizons UnlimitedTHE premier source for information on motorcycle and overland adventure travel since 1997. www.horizunsunlimited.comHU Events: http://www.HorizonsUnlimited.com/events   Achievable Dream Online: https://vimeo.com/horizonsunlimited Graham FieldGraham's website has a shop full of temptations for travel lovers and an extensive gallery for readers to follow his stories in photos. Products include t-shirts, pannier replica box sets, the 'brake disc' MP3 audio book and, of course, his books, which have collectively accumulated over 200 Amazon 5 star reviews. All sales via the website come with free stickers. All his books are now available in the US and on kindle too.www.grahamfield.co.uk Shirley Hardy Rix & Brian Rix Authors of motorcycle adventure books: Two for the Road, Circle to Circle & The Long Way to Vladivostok. Aussie Overland’s books are available through the usual eBook outlets worldwide or order directly at www.aussiesoverland.com.au. They make a great  read whether relaxing by a fire in the northern hemisphere or by the pool in the southern hemisphere. Music: A Day In The Sun by Per Kiilstofte https://machinimasound.com/music/a-day-in-the-sun Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Bensound Groovy Hip Hop - www.bensound.com

There’s a certain kind of conversation that happens after the helmets come off and the maps are spread out on the hood of a truck-unfiltered, practical, and drawn directly from the road. That’s the spirit captured in Adventure Rider Radio RAW-Motorcycle Roundtable. This monthly podcast gathers a rotating panel of seasoned adventure riders, long-distance travelers, and industry insiders for deep, unrehearsed discussions. You’ll hear them tackle the real stuff: the nuances of planning a complex overland trip, the gear that truly survives the abuse, and the riding techniques that make a difference when the pavement ends. It’s less about polished presentations and more about the collective wisdom and sometimes conflicting opinions of people who live for two-wheeled exploration. Episodes delve into the mechanics of adventure motorcycles, the philosophy of travel, and the unexpected lessons learned from life on the move. Tuning in feels like pulling up a chair at a campfire where the talk is as substantive as it is spirited, offering actionable advice and honest stories from the world of ADV and dual-sport riding. For anyone who dreams of distant horizons or simply wants to be better prepared for their next weekend escape, this roundtable provides a vital, engaging resource.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Adventure Rider Radio RAW – Motorcycle Roundtable
Podcast Episodes
93: Common Mistakes for Motorcycle Travelers and How to Avoid Them [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:54:01
In this episode, the RAW panel explores the common mistakes made by motorcycle travelers, such as riding beyond their ability and failing to interact with the locals. Whether you're an experienced rider or a beginner, un…
92: Reflecting on the Road: Navigating Regrets in Motorcycle Travel [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:47:46
Have you ever found yourself in a travel situation where, in hindsight, different choices could have been made? During a long motorcycle trip, have you ever experienced regrets that left a lasting impact, prompting you t…
91: The 7 Wonders of Motorcycle Travel Across the United States [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:18:45
Another lively debate by the RAW panel, this time on The 7 Wonders of Motorcycle Travel Across the United States. A list to inspire riders to get out and explore these incredible areas. With hosts Michelle Lamphere, Sam…
89: Death on the Road and Going Nowhere [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:12:15
When travelling, there are things that can make you sick, hurt or even kill you. On this episode the panel discusses potential things that can cause harm and how to avoid them or how to treat them. And what if we can’t o…
88: Top Motorcycle Routes To Ride in Less Than a Week [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:04:19
There are an endless amount of spectacular motorcycle routes all around the world, and choosing which one to ride on your next adventure can be overwhelming, especially if you are limited by time. So, we asked the panel…
87: Tires, Boots and Helmets [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:16:22
There are three things from your normal ADV gear that may need to be swapped out for long distance travel:Tires. Aggressive tires work great for ADV riding and are the choice for many, but for long distance travel does l…
86: Top Fears of Motorcycle Travel and Defining a RTW Trip [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:18:08
Fear can be paralyzing and it can stop you from doing many things including travel. But are those fears legitimate? And what constitutes a RTW trip? Is it the number of miles ridden or how many countries you pass through…
84: Understanding Motorcycle Loads for Overlanding [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:05:13
Overpacking is a common issue for riders, and the art of packing only what you really need is refined through thought, trial and practice. Experience alone won’t teach, unless you consciously recognize what didn’t work w…