Best Adv Rider Podcasts (2024)

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RIDER SKILLS: Argueably One of the Most Important Riding Skills You'll Ever Learn 1:22:29

4h ago1:22:29

1:22:29

This segment of Rider Skills could arguably be one of the most important riding skills you’ll ever learn, yet it’s fairly easy to master and comes with massive benefits. In about an hour, if done correctly, you’ll notice huge improvements in your ability to maneuver and control your motorcycle both on and off-road at slow speeds. Whether it's in a …

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14 Years Later: Lessons Learned on the Road 1:17:06

6d ago1:17:06

1:17:06

Michnus and Elsebie Olivier have been travelling for 14 years, riding their DR650’s across many miles, spending countless nights under unfamiliar skies and crossing numerous borders. Their journey has taught them invaluable lessons and continues to reshape their worldview. It has fostered a deeper appreciation for diverse cultures and landscapes an…

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Pushing the Limits of a Sprinter 4x4 1:07:16

10d ago1:07:16

1:07:16

Originally, a favorite among the van life and outdoor recreationalist community (surfers, rock climbers, etc), more and more folks are using their Sprinter 4x4s to explore the dirt roads of the backcountry. And while many Sprinter owner stick to mellow gravel and graded dirt roads, there is a small group of folks pushing deep into the backcountry o…

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101: Motorcycle Travel - Changes I'd Make for Next Time 2:13:22

12d ago2:13:22

2:13:22

On this episode of RAW, we will discuss getting second chances for our past trips and riding in areas with heavy traffic and large vehicles. Given what you now know, is there a trip or part of a trip you’ve taken that you would do differently if given the chance? If so, what changes would you make and why? Furthermore, riding dynamics change signif…

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It All Started With a Bucket List - Tracy Charles 1:06:28

13d ago1:06:28

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Tracy Charles had planned to work until retirement, purchase a Winnebago, and travel across North America with her husband. However, tragedy struck, altering her course. She soon found herself riding a motorcycle solo on an open journey around the world. It was during this adventure that she encountered a dog that made it clear to Tracy that they w…

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The Corporate Escape Plan: Starting an Overland Business 1:17:23

15d ago1:17:23

1:17:23

With so many folks burnt out from the daily grind of the corporate world, more and more folks are trying to figure out a way to turn their passion into profit. We chat with Brent Baker of Oregon Adventure Trucks about his path from the corporate world, to landing a job at EarthRoamer, and eventually starting Oregon Adventure Trucks. Brent shares so…

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RIDER SKILLS: No Time to Think - What Do You Do? 1:12:38

20d ago1:12:38

1:12:38

Understanding the underlying reasons for why we perform certain actions is crucial in building a strong skill set. When you know the ‘why’, you won't need to rely on remembering the steps because they will become obvious. When riding a motorcycle, there's often no time to remember to think about each skill. In this episode of Rider Skills with Clin…

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DEEP TROUBLE: Lost in the Mountains - A Race Against the Clock 1:16:12

27d ago1:16:12

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In this exclusive episode of DEEP TROUBLE, Rhett Halpin from Yakima, Washington, and his friends were out for just a few-hour ride when a decision to check out an unknown trail quickly traps them into a race against the clock. TRAIL TECH: Spencer Hill serves as the marketing manager for Trail Tech. He’s an expert on GPS devices, especially the Voya…

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Secrets to Funding Your Trip and Staying Out Longer 1:14:19

1M ago1:14:19

1:14:19

Travis and Chantil Gill have been travelling full-time on two motorcycles for over four years and plan to continue for the foreseeable future. Their journey wasn't a last-minute decision, they had been planning it for years. Over that time, they developed unique methods to save money while still having fun and raising a family. Their goal was to ex…

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Discomfort Is the Tax We Pay for an Incredible Journey - Tom Gould and Lauren Board 1:23:59

1M ago1:23:59

1:23:59

Tom Gould and Lauren Board are each riding 125cc Honda motorcycles on a trip from the UK to Cape Town, South Africa without a definite deadline. Their trip is loosely planned, it is their first major expedition, and they have already faced numerous challenges. When our host, Jim Martin, spoke with them, they were nursing hundreds of insect bites an…

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100: Embarrassing Things You Should Never do in Other Countries 2:11:58

1M ago2:11:58

2:11:58

In this episode, we delve into customs and etiquette across different countries, highlighting how misunderstandings can lead to embarrassment or unintended offense. The RAW panel offers guidance for travelers to specific destinations, sharing personal anecdotes and providing tips to steer clear of etiquette mishaps that might leave a negative impre…

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ADV Specific Safety Gear: Dr. Chris Leatt 1:14:19

2M ago1:14:19

1:14:19

Specialized safety gear, like Leatt's ADV-specific equipment, is vital for adventure riders tackling diverse terrains and weather conditions. These riders face unique challenges, from rocky trails to long hours in varied climates. As adventure riding grows in popularity, it's crucial to understand the specific safety needs of this community. ADV ri…

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RIDER SKILLS: Total Control on Gravel 1:30:33

2M ago1:30:33

1:30:33

Clinton Smout from SMART Adventures returns to ARR’s exclusive Rider Skills to talk about one of the most feared riding conditions we encounter on the street, especially for street riders - gravel. He talks about why gravel is feared, if it should be and what you can do about it to make riding gravel easy and even fun. Photos and links related to t…

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Sizing up for Adventure: Is a Full Size Rig right for you? 1:21:41

2M ago1:21:41

1:21:41

As the world of overlanding and off roading continues to grow, more and more folks, especially those with families are considering upsizing to full size trucks by the makes of Ram, Ford, Chevy and GM. And while full size rigs offer a variety of benefits like increased space and comfort, massive payloads, and the ability to fit oversized tires (37-4…

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DEEP TROUBLE: Rider Down on the Cross Pennsylvania Adventure Trail 1:34:58

2M ago1:34:58

1:34:58

In this episode of DEEP TROUBLE, a group of riders set off to the Cross Pennsylvania Adventure Trail expecting a fun and relatively easy ride. As they start their journey, they are surprised by the beautiful scenery, interesting attractions, and the remoteness they experience while riding through miles of game trails. Everything seems perfect until…

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Ted Simon - Formula for Real Adventure 1:12:19

2M ago1:12:19

1:12:19

Ted Simon is a well-known figure in the adventure motorcycle travel community. He rode his motorcycle around the world in the early 1970s, documenting his journey for a newspaper and later writing the book Jupiter’s Travels. The book became hugely popular and is still selling briskly almost five decades later. Ted recently turned 93 years old, and …

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99: Finding Food, Fuel and Other Elusive Items While on the Road 2:07:07

2M ago2:07:07

2:07:07

Travelling can sometimes be challenging when finding necessities, especially in foreign countries where options may differ from what you are used to or might not be easily available. Common concerns include finding food you enjoy and managing allergies. Another important aspect of motorcycle travel is ensuring quality fuel, maintaining oil and filt…

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Small vs Large Adventure Motorcycles Off-Road - Chris Birch 1:23:37

3M ago1:23:37

1:23:37

The topic of large and small adventure motorcycles is often approached with a "large vs small" angle, as if there is a definitive answer to the question of which is better. However, just as there is no one-size-fits-all solution for footwear, there is no perfect bike that suits everyone for all occasions. In this episode, we will discuss large and …

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The MERUS Adventure Park (TX) 1:09:12

3M ago1:09:12

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The MERUS Adventure Park is a first of its kind off roading and outdoor recreation private park in the Texas Panhandle. Covering 5500 acres and more than 50 miles of off roading trails and 30 miles of hiking and mountain bike trails, MERUS is situated in the rugged and beautiful Palo Duro Canyon, which happens to be second largest canyon complex in…

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Exploring India: Altitude Sickness in the Himalayas 1:51:54

3M ago1:51:54

1:51:54

Ready for another big adventure, Dustin Nere reunited with a good friend at the Delhi airport for a 2-month adventure in the Himalayas. Apart from booking flights, reserving a hotel for the first few nights, and reserving bikes in Dehradun, they had no real plan. They knew of only a couple of notable places that Dustin had read about, and they hope…

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Long Distance Riding at 75 1:32:49

3M ago1:32:49

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When 62 year old Don Nelson from Colorado walked into a motorcycle dealership for a casual look around, little did he know what was about to happen. After the salesman offered for him to test ride a bike, Don found himself making an impulsive decision—he bought a Triumph Bonneville on the spot. Despite not having ridden a motorcycle in over 40 year…

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DEEP TROUBLE: Stranded in the Desert Without Fuel and Water 1:35:17

3M ago1:35:17

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In this episode of DEEP TROUBLE, we talk with James McCormick who went on what he calls, a ‘leap of faith ride’ in Baja, somewhere he had ridden many times before. This time he and his friend chose to explore a more remote area and everything seemed to be going smoothly until they were well past halfway into the ride, when suddenly the road they ha…

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RIDER SKILLS: Argueably One of the Most Important Riding Skills You'll Ever Learn 1:22:29

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14 Years Later: Lessons Learned on the Road 1:17:06

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Pushing the Limits of a Sprinter 4x4 1:07:16

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101: Motorcycle Travel - Changes I'd Make for Next Time 2:13:22

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It All Started With a Bucket List - Tracy Charles 1:06:28

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The Corporate Escape Plan: Starting an Overland Business 1:17:23

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RIDER SKILLS: No Time to Think - What Do You Do? 1:12:38

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DEEP TROUBLE: Lost in the Mountains - A Race Against the Clock 1:16:12

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Secrets to Funding Your Trip and Staying Out Longer 1:14:19

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Discomfort Is the Tax We Pay for an Incredible Journey - Tom Gould and Lauren Board 1:23:59

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100: Embarrassing Things You Should Never do in Other Countries 2:11:58

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ADV Specific Safety Gear: Dr. Chris Leatt 1:14:19

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RIDER SKILLS: Total Control on Gravel 1:30:33

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Sizing up for Adventure: Is a Full Size Rig right for you? 1:21:41

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DEEP TROUBLE: Rider Down on the Cross Pennsylvania Adventure Trail 1:34:58

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Ted Simon - Formula for Real Adventure 1:12:19

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99: Finding Food, Fuel and Other Elusive Items While on the Road 2:07:07

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Small vs Large Adventure Motorcycles Off-Road - Chris Birch 1:23:37

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The MERUS Adventure Park (TX) 1:09:12

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Exploring India: Altitude Sickness in the Himalayas 1:51:54

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Long Distance Riding at 75 1:32:49

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DEEP TROUBLE: Stranded in the Desert Without Fuel and Water 1:35:17

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