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Forum: ADVrider annual rallies 04-24-2013, 10:11 PM
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Views: 176,472
Posted By isaac004
Damn, that is unfortunate Finn, just read this...

Damn, that is unfortunate Finn, just read this thread now after some absence. Hope you heal fast, and glad it was not worse!
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-21-2013, 09:51 PM
Replies: 30,041
Views: 2,571,941
Posted By isaac004
That sounds very scary Cathy, but glad to hear...

That sounds very scary Cathy, but glad to hear you are OK. A good example to always ride vigilant since you never know what people around you are going to do.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-21-2013, 08:08 AM
Replies: 8,163
Views: 477,158
Posted By isaac004
It's a nice chilly -8 degrees C here in the south...

It's a nice chilly -8 degrees C here in the south end of the tar sands operation! Alberta is my home for one month. Should have brought the bike and heated gear, I would be half way to Alaska.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-05-2013, 05:43 PM
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Views: 477,158
Posted By isaac004
Seat bad? Just rework it! The F800GS seat was...

Seat bad? Just rework it! The F800GS seat was bad, but it feels really bad compared to just shaving the stock seat.

This is much nicer! Just need an electric carving knife, sanding disc, and...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-04-2013, 09:37 PM
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Views: 2,571,941
Posted By isaac004
Dude, that sucks Tom! Hope you have a fast and...

Dude, that sucks Tom! Hope you have a fast and speedy recovery!!!
Forum: ADVrider annual rallies 03-27-2013, 12:00 AM
Replies: 3,525
Views: 176,472
Posted By isaac004
Filter your tracks to less then 500 points for...

Filter your tracks to less then 500 points for big loops, even less for the small loops. It will cut their size down. You can do this in MapSource or BaseCamp.
Forum: ADVrider annual rallies 03-26-2013, 09:33 AM
Replies: 3,525
Views: 176,472
Posted By isaac004
PSR told me while UPS will deliver, they don't...

PSR told me while UPS will deliver, they don't like too since it is so far away. They don't even have a real address. UPS comes, they only come once a week or when they have a few packages to...
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-25-2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,924
Posted By isaac004
Mike! I remember you! The crazy thing is I...

Mike! I remember you!

The crazy thing is I read your ride report of your day trip a few weeks ago, but for some reason I never bothered to look at the screen name and glossed right over your...
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-24-2013, 09:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,924
Posted By isaac004
I pulled the GPS tracks I followed for Swansea...

I pulled the GPS tracks I followed for Swansea off of dualsportmaps.com, which we ran CW.
http://dualsportmaps.com/?link=100445

But if you PM me your email address, I can send you my tracks.
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-22-2013, 09:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,924
Posted By isaac004
It's the new RX100, amazing photo quality that...

It's the new RX100, amazing photo quality that still fits in a pocket. :clap

Trip with Dad for the more relaxed routes. Trip with friend for some more challenge.
Forum: ADVrider annual rallies 03-22-2013, 09:07 PM
Replies: 3,525
Views: 176,472
Posted By isaac004
The Wifi at PSR only works early in the morning...

The Wifi at PSR only works early in the morning when everyone is not hammering the bandwidth. So before the sun comes up is the best time to squeak your emails out.
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-22-2013, 03:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,924
Posted By isaac004
I returned two weeks later (this past weekend)...

I returned two weeks later (this past weekend) for another round with another Michigander, this time my friend who I used to wrench on bicycles with (another fellow inmate). Since right now I am too...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 03-22-2013, 03:46 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 16,034
Posted By isaac004
As of Sunday 3/17, this was the only snow spot on...

As of Sunday 3/17, this was the only snow spot on Swansea Grade Road....it was very easy to ride around on terra firma. I did not ride up White Mountain Road. You could go from the ghost town of...
Forum: ADVrider annual rallies 03-22-2013, 03:42 PM
Replies: 3,525
Views: 176,472
Posted By isaac004
As promised, here are some teaser pics from my DV...

As promised, here are some teaser pics from my DV trip last weekend. Click on any for a full size version.

Get ready to rock DV!!!! :clap

Stripped Butte Valley and a wild burro....
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 03-19-2013, 05:54 AM
Replies: 234
Views: 16,034
Posted By isaac004
I agree with Finn, there's only a few GSA riders...

I agree with Finn, there's only a few GSA riders I would want to go up there with, because I know they could handle it and because I would not have to help haul the bike up or down! :D

It is steep...
Forum: ADVrider annual rallies 03-18-2013, 10:44 AM
Replies: 3,525
Views: 176,472
Posted By isaac004
Just did another 552 miles of DV this past...

Just did another 552 miles of DV this past weekend with my good friend from Michigan.

In summary, conditions are great!

Steele Pass loop is on average about the same as last year. Saline...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 03-18-2013, 10:31 AM
Replies: 234
Views: 16,034
Posted By isaac004
Just got back from DV last night. As an update...

Just got back from DV last night. As an update to my report a few weeks ago, the following roads are in good shape (as in about the same condition as last year, no major surprises): Saline Valley...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 03-13-2013, 09:10 AM
Replies: 234
Views: 16,034
Posted By isaac004
As of 3/4, yes, it is very clear. There was no...

As of 3/4, yes, it is very clear. There was no snow and no standing water/mud anywhere on the road over Hunter Pass, pretty dry. See my ride report here for details:...
Forum: Parallel Universe 03-11-2013, 12:08 AM
Replies: 329
Views: 113,273
Posted By isaac004
Sure, but it will take me about a week before I...

Sure, but it will take me about a week before I can grab more photos and do a quick write up. The rest of the materials are cheap/basics...splice connector, wires, connectors, relay, fuse...
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-10-2013, 11:21 PM
Replies: 421
Views: 57,735
Posted By isaac004
Yep, I'm just cleaning the place out for you guys...

Yep, I'm just cleaning the place out for you guys since I can't make the big ride! :rofl
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-09-2013, 08:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,924
Posted By isaac004
The ADV Monster Model 60, with dimmer switch. I...

The ADV Monster Model 60, with dimmer switch. I first installed them on my F800GS, then loved them so much I bought another set for my WR. They light up the night...on my F800GS they completely...
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-09-2013, 08:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,924
Posted By isaac004
Thanks! Thanks! I still have the...

Thanks!



Thanks! I still have the DR650, it's my spare bike now.



Goler was pretty easy in terms of the steps, but also a bit looser on all the other parts since it's covered in gravel...
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-08-2013, 08:30 PM
Replies: 421
Views: 57,735
Posted By isaac004
Here is a preview based on a ride with my Dad on...

Here is a preview based on a ride with my Dad on 3/2-3/4/13. For full details and story, go here: http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=869090

Rhyolite....
Forum: ADVrider annual rallies 03-08-2013, 08:28 PM
Replies: 3,525
Views: 176,472
Posted By isaac004
Here is a preview based on the ride with my Dad...

Here is a preview based on the ride with my Dad on 3/2-3/4/13. For full details and story, go here: http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=869090


Rhyolite....
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-08-2013, 08:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,924
Posted By isaac004
Day 3 The closed signs, per usual, out on...

Day 3

The closed signs, per usual, out on Saline Valley Road. No worries here.
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8250/8540278708_8ba0b3a119_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/isaac_eos/8540278708/)...
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-08-2013, 08:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,924
Posted By isaac004
Day 2 We started out with a stop in...

Day 2

We started out with a stop in Ballarat, and learned that this old truck out front is most likely Manson's old truck.
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8371/8540237910_a6009565f5_z.jpg...
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-08-2013, 08:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,924
Posted By isaac004
Father and Son Death Valley Weekend Ride

You may have seen my other ride report of a father and son ride down the Continental Divide (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=606301). Well here is another installment, this time a 3...
Forum: ADVrider annual rallies 03-07-2013, 11:06 AM
Replies: 3,525
Views: 176,472
Posted By isaac004
If you just want tracks, there are a few free...

If you just want tracks, there are a few free apps for the iPhone and Android (I have used GPS Tracker on Android, it is free) that will log your coordinates similar to how a true GPS unit would. ...
Forum: ADVrider annual rallies 03-05-2013, 10:22 AM
Replies: 3,525
Views: 176,472
Posted By isaac004
Just got back from 3 days and 557 miles of Death...

Just got back from 3 days and 557 miles of Death Valley riding with my pops. Things are looking good! Will provide some teaser photos and trail conditions soon.
...
Forum: Thumpers 02-25-2013, 08:51 AM
Replies: 35,607
Views: 6,057,369
Posted By isaac004
Yep, I ordered M8x1.25 thread, 13mm thread...

Yep, I ordered M8x1.25 thread, 13mm thread length. The eye bolt hole inner diameter, while not critical since it's just a nylon strap that passes through, is 20mm.
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-24-2013, 08:29 PM
Replies: 329
Views: 113,273
Posted By isaac004
ADV Monster Lights

I decided to get a pair of driving lights, mostly for day time visibility from other drivers as I am getting ready for a long Alaska ride, but also for those times when I am on the dirt after the sun...
Forum: Thumpers 02-24-2013, 08:23 PM
Replies: 35,607
Views: 6,057,369
Posted By isaac004
ADV Monster Lights and Giant Loop Mounting Point

Just wanted to share a few mods I had done recently.

First off, I installed some of these eye bolts where the rear foot pegs used to go. They work great for a tie down point for Giant Loop bags...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 02-24-2013, 01:05 PM
Replies: 8,163
Views: 477,158
Posted By isaac004
False. She knows you own a KTM, so she knows...

False. She knows you own a KTM, so she knows there is a secret source of wealth somewhere, feeding into that bike intravenously! :rofl
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 02-23-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 8,163
Views: 477,158
Posted By isaac004
Anyone want to buy a cheap but powerful desktop? ...

Anyone want to buy a cheap but powerful desktop? I have a 4 year old PC, Intel Q6600 2.4GHz Quad Core with 3 hard drives, plenty of power for what it is. This technically should go in the Flea...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 02-23-2013, 06:31 PM
Replies: 8,163
Views: 477,158
Posted By isaac004
Been there, it is brutal, especially at first...

Been there, it is brutal, especially at first (broke it off at the 4 year mark a few years ago). If it ain't gonna work, it ain't gonna work....a good opportunity to find someone that will work, and...
Forum: Equipment 02-20-2013, 04:49 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 8,926
Posted By isaac004
Awesome, thanks for the info! I am almost ready...

Awesome, thanks for the info! I am almost ready to just sell off all of my DSLR gear since I never use it now (mostly it's just too much stuff to lug around), and get the RX100 instead.

Sadly I...
Forum: Thumpers 02-20-2013, 07:50 AM
Replies: 76,969
Views: 13,963,252
Posted By isaac004
Ok, an update here on this issue which I posted...

Ok, an update here on this issue which I posted about on post 70057 around Oct 2012. I sent the Intiminators back to Ricor, as they said they wanted to have a look at them. They opted to rebuild...
Forum: Equipment 02-19-2013, 12:54 PM
Replies: 282
Views: 80,210
Posted By isaac004
Not sure if this was posted yet, but these...

Not sure if this was posted yet, but these cigarette chargers are really nice, from Amazon.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41vvoVpH9tL._SL500_AA300_.jpg
...
Forum: Equipment 02-19-2013, 12:51 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 8,926
Posted By isaac004
Also Finn, where did you buy that case and...

Also Finn, where did you buy that case and polarizing filter from? :ear
Forum: Equipment 02-19-2013, 11:26 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 8,926
Posted By isaac004
Hey there Finn, long time no see! I see you...

Hey there Finn, long time no see!

I see you are loving your RX100, which seems like a very capable and powerful camera in a small package. I know you said it has survived thus far a lot of...
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