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Forum: Ride reports Yesterday, 10:09 AM
Replies: 2,579
Views: 461,548
Posted By bESS
John: Happy belated Birthday and many more...

John:

Happy belated Birthday and many more to come

bob
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-21-2013, 12:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 550
Posted By bESS
Dwight: That bike suits you but as you say,...

Dwight:

That bike suits you but as you say, not for SA travel (too big & heavy). It would be different if you were just touring around North America.

Thank you for your tour. Now I have to...
Forum: The Garage 05-16-2013, 12:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 585
Posted By bESS
Parapin: That "ORANGE" radio of your will...

Parapin:

That "ORANGE" radio of your will run fine with a set of NiMH rechargeable batteries. The low battery warning will come on but it will still work. Go for those low discharge Enerloops,...
Forum: Ride reports 05-09-2013, 10:30 AM
Replies: 2,579
Views: 461,548
Posted By bESS
John: welcome home. thank you for those...

John:

welcome home.

thank you for those photos. I hope to see those views with my own eyes, in a couple of months as I head East on my own Journey.

Not so adventurous as yourself. I'll be...
Forum: Ride reports 04-29-2013, 08:31 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 186,889
Posted By bESS
Anna: You made the right choice. I like...

Anna:

You made the right choice. I like Ucluelet much better than Tofino and we also walked the Wild Pacific Trail, but during a wet and stormy November a few years ago. The water was really...
Forum: Vendors 04-24-2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,389
Posted By bESS
Promach: just received your Dual Tool Plus...

Promach:

just received your Dual Tool Plus (with oil cap)

I know, takes longer to ship to Canada, but thank you for your
fast shipping. I noticed it was shipped within hours of receiving
my...
Forum: Ride reports 04-24-2013, 10:08 AM
Replies: 333
Views: 61,869
Posted By bESS
Oh Hewby: my heart sagged as I read your...

Oh Hewby:

my heart sagged as I read your words and saw your bloodied nose.

You are so brave . . . take care

bob
Forum: Ride reports 04-15-2013, 09:10 AM
Replies: 2,579
Views: 461,548
Posted By bESS
John: I don't know who is experiencing the...

John:

I don't know who is experiencing the Worst Withdrawal . . .

You for driving a truck (4 wheels), and having to abide by the rules of the road,

OR

Us, your faithful readers who are...
Forum: Ride reports 04-10-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 2,579
Views: 461,548
Posted By bESS
John: so sorry that this phase 1 of your...

John:

so sorry that this phase 1 of your journey is coming to an end. I had been following along since the beginning, but with few comments.

I admire your attitude towards life and hope we...
Forum: Vendors 04-09-2013, 01:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,389
Posted By bESS
I just ordered the Dual Tool Plus. so I am...

I just ordered the Dual Tool Plus.

so I am taking your advice to carry a set with me

please make sure to ship USPS


thanks

bob
Forum: Ride reports 03-25-2013, 03:44 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,065
Posted By bESS
Paul: glad you're safe and sound. still...

Paul:

glad you're safe and sound.

still following along . . .

bob
Forum: Ride reports 03-22-2013, 10:43 AM
Replies: 2,579
Views: 461,548
Posted By bESS
John: I knew you were going to Oregon, just...

John:

I knew you were going to Oregon, just didn't know your timing. Perhaps I could detour down there on my way back to BC in early/mid August. Lots of time to figure it out. See you on the...
Forum: Ride reports 03-22-2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 2,579
Views: 461,548
Posted By bESS
John: I am taking your advice and riding out...

John:

I am taking your advice and riding out of my comfort zone this summer. I should be passing just north of Bassett, NE this July. I am leaving Vancouver around July 10th and heading to the...
Forum: Ride reports 03-21-2013, 10:26 AM
Replies: 2,579
Views: 461,548
Posted By bESS
John: I may not comment much but I am still...

John:

I may not comment much but I am still here following your every word.

I like your work ethic and can't wait to find out about your budget traveling ideas and how to help others ride to...
Forum: Ride reports 03-18-2013, 08:46 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,065
Posted By bESS
Paul: I can't believe that there was a great...

Paul:

I can't believe that there was a great road behind that barricade

I used to ride an SV650K3 but I traded it in for my Vstrom back in 2009. I really liked that bike

bob
Forum: Ride reports 03-18-2013, 04:08 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,065
Posted By bESS
Paul: I haven't been south of Crescent City,...

Paul:

I haven't been south of Crescent City, perhaps next year.

Can't wait for some Giant Redwood photos, and also of the Lost Coast if you are taking the coast route

bob
Forum: Ride reports 03-18-2013, 12:44 PM
Replies: 526
Views: 186,889
Posted By bESS
Anna: I admire your fortitude in doing this...

Anna:

I admire your fortitude in doing this ride for your brother Dan. I hope you are at peace and that this ride gave you the meaning that you intended.

You are truly brave . . .

bob
Forum: Ride reports 03-15-2013, 08:52 AM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 178,168
Posted By bESS
Dwight: I plan to be near Portland. Maine...

Dwight:

I plan to be near Portland. Maine around July 18th then heading North, but I may miss you because you are heading south to KW for July 28th. We'll see when the time gets closer. Perhaps...
Forum: Ride reports 03-14-2013, 01:23 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,065
Posted By bESS
Paul: looks like it's going to be a nice...

Paul:

looks like it's going to be a nice trip.

can't wait until you get rolling. I'm heading East in Mid July but not unlimited time like you. I am heading from BC to the Atlantic Ocean...
Forum: Ride reports 03-14-2013, 12:33 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,065
Posted By bESS
Paul: You are lucky (unlimited time) and...

Paul:

You are lucky (unlimited time) and unlucky (limited funds) but do you mean you are heading to KW: Key West ?

can't wait until you are on the road and posting up some photos, then we can...
Forum: Ride reports 03-14-2013, 11:41 AM
Replies: 333
Views: 61,869
Posted By bESS
Deb: I'm shedding a tear, but happy your...

Deb:

I'm shedding a tear, but happy your bike may be sold.

Your bike was a companion to me on our Oregon trip back in 2010, from it's previous owner

Perhaps our paths will cross if you are...
Forum: Ride reports 03-12-2013, 08:35 AM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 178,168
Posted By bESS
Dwight: It's great that Angele bought the...

Dwight:

It's great that Angele bought the Super Sherpa. Now you won't be so lonely on your next trip.

bob
Forum: Ride reports 03-07-2013, 10:28 AM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 178,168
Posted By bESS
Dwight: I'm also shedding a tear for the...

Dwight:

I'm also shedding a tear for the loss of my morning reading,

but happy that you are being reunited with Angele, and how lucky was that, that you managed to snag the seat beside her on...
Forum: Ride reports 03-05-2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 178,168
Posted By bESS
Dwight: glad to see you acclimatizing to NA...

Dwight:

glad to see you acclimatizing to NA life. Having a good breakfast of bacon & eggs and being able to converse with others.

thank you for all this credit card into which may come in...
Forum: Ride reports 03-01-2013, 08:47 AM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 178,168
Posted By bESS
Dwight: Welcome back, you are nearly...

Dwight:


Welcome back, you are nearly home . . .

I was on the edge of my seat wondering how you were going to get back into that secured area. Seems silly for credit cards not to work I mean...
Forum: Ride reports 02-26-2013, 12:28 PM
Replies: 2,579
Views: 461,548
Posted By bESS
Holy Moly Juan: I don't know where all these...

Holy Moly Juan:

I don't know where all these places are so I checked google maps for
Cabo de la Vela. What a nice place that must be away from most of the tourist crowds.

Relax and enjoy...
Forum: Ride reports 02-22-2013, 09:31 PM
Replies: 333
Views: 61,869
Posted By bESS
Hewby: I feel so bad for the damage to your...

Hewby:

I feel so bad for the damage to your windshield but the main thing is that you are okay. You were also lucky to not get that speeding ticket.

It's nice to have company and I am glad you...
Forum: Ride reports 02-22-2013, 09:21 PM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 178,168
Posted By bESS
Dwight: most of us can't get there in a few...

Dwight:

most of us can't get there in a few weeks. Can we have a BBQ during the summer instead ? Perhaps a 2nd welcome home party so we can plan our holidays around it . . .

bob
Forum: Ride reports 02-22-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 2,579
Views: 461,548
Posted By bESS
John: perfect time for another bathing suit...

John:

perfect time for another bathing suit photo, you know the "borrowed" ones

still following along and lurking . . .


bob
Forum: Ride reports 02-22-2013, 08:19 AM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 178,168
Posted By bESS
dwight: OH NO ! I'm shedding a tear for...

dwight:

OH NO ! I'm shedding a tear for you. I am going to miss your SA photos,

but then again, I've never been to Key West.

you must be psychic, I was looking at photo #12 straining to...
Forum: Ride reports 02-21-2013, 08:47 AM
Replies: 1,054
Views: 442,128
Posted By bESS
Gene: your photo may be less gruesome than...

Gene:

your photo may be less gruesome than the image in my mind

bob
Forum: Ride reports 02-20-2013, 09:14 AM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 178,168
Posted By bESS
Dwight: you are a true adventurer to be able...

Dwight:

you are a true adventurer to be able to undertake this long voyage of discovery. Not many would have the will or guts to go along to SA and put up with the lack of simple things which we...
Forum: Ride reports 02-13-2013, 09:14 AM
Replies: 2,579
Views: 461,548
Posted By bESS
John: just checking in, as I do every...

John:

just checking in, as I do every morning. Sometimes I imagine I am on your handlebars and leaning with you through the twisties . Thank goodness for your photos . . .

and all of us...
Forum: Ride reports 02-13-2013, 08:32 AM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 178,168
Posted By bESS
Dwight: I'm so glad for you . . . to...

Dwight:

I'm so glad for you . . . to achieve your dream of riding to Argentina. You're doing what a lot of us wished we could do. We are happy that you achieved your goal.

all we need now...
Forum: Ride reports 02-08-2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 333
Views: 61,869
Posted By bESS
Hewby: I am finally caught up so I can now...

Hewby:

I am finally caught up so I can now keep up with you in real time

I love the gentle way you write and "words from the heart". I thought I recognized your bike as it used to belong to...
Forum: Ride reports 02-06-2013, 08:34 AM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 178,168
Posted By bESS
Happy Birthday Dwight ! bob

Happy Birthday Dwight !


bob
Forum: Ride reports 02-05-2013, 10:58 PM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 178,168
Posted By bESS
Dwight: I know exactly what you mean about...

Dwight:

I know exactly what you mean about people not living up to their words or promises

If you say you are going to be there, then be there . . .

Hope you don't have a lonely Birthday...
Forum: Ride reports 02-05-2013, 03:07 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 39,513
Posted By bESS
Fritz: I've been following you since your...

Fritz:

I've been following you since your BC-Alberta shakedown ride and farkling of your Tiger

great photos. thought I should check in to let you know


bob
Forum: Hacks 02-05-2013, 10:38 AM
Replies: 5,170
Views: 1,761,447
Posted By bESS
Richard: very nice Hack. Looks very nice ...

Richard:

very nice Hack. Looks very nice

bob
Forum: Ride reports 02-05-2013, 08:59 AM
Replies: 2,579
Views: 461,548
Posted By bESS
John: was so happy to see you back on the...

John:

was so happy to see you back on the road. I chuckled when you wrote, "it could be worse" . I'm going to use those same words when I have a problem (crossed fingers)

enjoy your down...
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