I think life is better when you K.I.S.S! Another words, keep it simple stupid. Buy less stuff, but buy more high quality versatile stuff. I feel that this principle is also key for gift giving and receiving, as besides a few short term smiles, disposable cheap gifts don't do anything for anyone. The list below are all things that are quality products, most of which are quite … [Read more...] about LIFE OF ADVENTURE: Holiday Gift Guide 2016
Motorcycles
REVIEW: Mosko Moto Backcountry Cinch Strap
Mosko Moto Backcountry Cinch Strap MSRP: $34.99 (per pair) SIZE: 6'11" (per strap) WEIGHT: .7 lbs (per pair) Yes this is "just" a fancy cam tie down strap/cinch strap. Yes they are more expensive than the cinch straps you can pick up at your local box store. Yes the Mosko Moto Backcountry Cinch Strap is worth the extra money! I recently used these straps to secure the … [Read more...] about REVIEW: Mosko Moto Backcountry Cinch Strap
REVIEW: Joby GripTight Bike Mount PRO
Joby GripTight Bike Mount Pro MSRP: $59.95 (BUY IT NOW for LESS!) WEIGHT: .69 lbs FITS PHONES: 2.2" to 3.58" wide FITS BARS: 22.2 to 35 mm diameter I've been in search of a quality smart phone holder that could not only handle the large iPhones (6s+ and 7+), but could be used a a variety of ways; most importantly for navigation on a motorcycle, fitness tracking … [Read more...] about REVIEW: Joby GripTight Bike Mount PRO
MY TRIBE: Overland Expo East 2016
Overland Expo East 2016Now this is a driveway I'd like to camp out in for a while! I’ve now attended 7 Overland Expos (West: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 & East: 2014, 2015, 2016), since becoming a member of the overland tribe. This year’s Overland Expo East was the culmination of 5 years of hard work, travels around the globe, networking, Exploring Elements tribe building and a … [Read more...] about MY TRIBE: Overland Expo East 2016
A WHOLE NEW CHALLENGE: Off-Road on Two Wheels with PSSOR
I’ve now got a good bit of 4-wheel off-road travel experience, on multiple continents and in a variety of different vehicles; everything from a stock Mitsubishi Pajero in Australia to a Unimog on an off-road driving course in Washington state. I also have a basic understanding of how to ride a motorcycle, as I’ve owned a street bike for about 6 months, in 2006, and spent some … [Read more...] about A WHOLE NEW CHALLENGE: Off-Road on Two Wheels with PSSOR