Going for Broke: TAT 2011 - Page 2

simonpig · 06-20-2011, 01:36 PM

The post lady stopped by and dropped this off. The testing begins. The videos I tested this weekend plays back all choppy on my computer. Not sure what's up with that. Shouldnt need a raid drive. The camera was set at the lowest resolution. Any ways another piece of the puzzles is in place.

chipbl · 06-20-2011, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Abenteuerfahrer

Got one today too: Contour GPS....help, help....

. Show me how to upload and post here....pleeezzzzz! I'll buy you a sixer of the finest brewski!

http://www.xvusa.com/products.html is solid as a rock.

simonpig · 06-21-2011, 01:14 PM

Installed a burnsmoto USB plug for charging the iPhone and contour batteries.

simonpig · 06-22-2011, 01:03 PM

Spent much of last couple of evenings working on figuring out what the hell was wrong with the netbook. It just kept freezing. After some frustrations, finally figured out that I needed to update the bios. I can't believe that manufacturers don't point these things out. It takes people digging through forums to figure it out. If you're mom and pop forget about it. Ok rant over.

Look what the nice post lady dropped off.

Another important puzzle piece.

Callahan · 06-22-2011, 01:09 PM

looking forward to this thread

simonpig · 06-22-2011, 03:29 PM

Yes, I hope all things align. Right now, it's really the trip planning thread.

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Originally Posted by Callahan

looking forward to this thread

simonpig · 06-22-2011, 03:34 PM

I need a tankbag. Wondering if anyone can weigh-in. GL Diablo or Wolfman Enduro? Would be great to hear from someone who has used both.

I travel light, so don't plan on putting much in there, cellphone, contour battery chargers, electronics. Maybe some snacks.

Which is smaller? I can't really tell from the pictures.

Abenteuerfahrer · 06-22-2011, 03:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by simonpig

I need a tankbag. Wondering if anyone can weigh-in. GL Diablo or Wolfman Enduro? Would be great to hear from someone who has used both.

I travel light, so don't plan on putting much in there, cellphone, contour battery chargers, electronics. Maybe some snacks.

Which is smaller? I can't really tell from the pictures.

Great Tank bag...Fandango...by http://www.giantloopmoto.com/. No need to remove tankbag for refueling; just half zip bottom of bag to tilt over for gasing up. Strap stays on bike.

Great stuff...great saddle bag...great guys...

Callahan · 06-22-2011, 04:57 PM

Tank Bag

Go with the Wolfman Enduro or even a bigger model of Wolfman. I have the Enduro and love it, but also use other Wolfman bags to accommodate just a little bit extra gear.

simonpig · 07-02-2011, 10:04 PM

Does anyone have the tracks for NV and OR they could send me? Trying to plot tracks on those 2 states are challenging. I've sorta eyeballed the highlighted lines on the maps and done my best, but am not completely confident its correct.

ini88 · 07-07-2011, 08:55 PM

Thanh, how long does it roughly take to complete at your pace you are want to set?

simonpig · 07-11-2011, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ini88

Thanh, how long does it roughly take to complete at your pace you are want to set?

I'm honestly not sure but am guessing 175–250 miles a day. 3 weeks to Oregon total I think. Operating start date August 15th.

simonpig · 07-11-2011, 10:41 AM

Decided on the luggage. Wolfman expedition tank bag, enduro e10 saddlebags and enduro duffle. My target maximum weight for this trip is no heavier than 30 lbs of luggage.

LXIV-Dragon · 07-11-2011, 04:40 PM

We start the TAT this week (Friday).

My buddy is at 30lbs.....I am at 49lbs!! I will try to get that down but there is no way I will get to 30lbs so well done to you!

simonpig · 07-11-2011, 05:12 PM

Lightening up is an expensive proposition unfortunately, but I believe its worth it. Have a great trip.

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Originally Posted by LXIV-Dragon

We start the TAT this week (Friday).

My buddy is at 30lbs.....I am at 49lbs!! I will try to get that down but there is no way I will get to 30lbs so well done to you!

06-20-2011, 01:36 PM	#16
simonpig ^OP goin' to Shaboom's! Joined: Nov 2006 Location: NYC Oddometer: 674	The post lady stopped by and dropped this off. The testing begins. The videos I tested this weekend plays back all choppy on my computer. Not sure what's up with that. Shouldnt need a raid drive. The camera was set at the lowest resolution. Any ways another piece of the puzzles is in place. simonpig screwed with this post 03-05-2013 at 06:55 AM

06-21-2011, 01:14 PM	#18
simonpig ^OP goin' to Shaboom's! Joined: Nov 2006 Location: NYC Oddometer: 674	Installed a burnsmoto USB plug for charging the iPhone and contour batteries. simonpig screwed with this post 03-05-2013 at 06:55 AM

06-22-2011, 01:03 PM	#19
simonpig ^OP goin' to Shaboom's! Joined: Nov 2006 Location: NYC Oddometer: 674	Spent much of last couple of evenings working on figuring out what the hell was wrong with the netbook. It just kept freezing. After some frustrations, finally figured out that I needed to update the bios. I can't believe that manufacturers don't point these things out. It takes people digging through forums to figure it out. If you're mom and pop forget about it. Ok rant over. Look what the nice post lady dropped off. Another important puzzle piece. simonpig screwed with this post 03-05-2013 at 06:57 AM

06-22-2011, 03:34 PM	#22
simonpig ^OP goin' to Shaboom's! Joined: Nov 2006 Location: NYC Oddometer: 674	Tankbag advice I need a tankbag. Wondering if anyone can weigh-in. GL Diablo or Wolfman Enduro? Would be great to hear from someone who has used both. I travel light, so don't plan on putting much in there, cellphone, contour battery chargers, electronics. Maybe some snacks. Which is smaller? I can't really tell from the pictures.

07-02-2011, 10:04 PM	#25
simonpig ^OP goin' to Shaboom's! Joined: Nov 2006 Location: NYC Oddometer: 674	Does anyone have the tracks for NV and OR they could send me? Trying to plot tracks on those 2 states are challenging. I've sorta eyeballed the highlighted lines on the maps and done my best, but am not completely confident its correct. simonpig screwed with this post 07-02-2011 at 10:05 PM Reason: dislexia

06-22-2011, 01:09 PM	#20
Callahan Beastly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2009 Location: Pacific Rim Oddometer: 1,124	looking forward to this thread

06-22-2011, 04:57 PM	#24
Callahan Beastly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2009 Location: Pacific Rim Oddometer: 1,124	Tank Bag Go with the Wolfman Enduro or even a bigger model of Wolfman. I have the Enduro and love it, but also use other Wolfman bags to accommodate just a little bit extra gear.

07-07-2011, 08:55 PM	#26
ini88 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2009 Location: New York, NY Oddometer: 144	Thanh, how long does it roughly take to complete at your pace you are want to set? __________________ 2011 KTM 690 Enduro R 2006 KTM 640 Adventure - Stolen :(

07-11-2011, 10:41 AM	#28
simonpig ^OP goin' to Shaboom's! Joined: Nov 2006 Location: NYC Oddometer: 674	Decided on the luggage. Wolfman expedition tank bag, enduro e10 saddlebags and enduro duffle. My target maximum weight for this trip is no heavier than 30 lbs of luggage. simonpig screwed with this post 03-05-2013 at 06:58 AM

07-11-2011, 04:40 PM	#29
LXIV-Dragon Studly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2009 Location: St Cloud, FL Oddometer: 522	We start the TAT this week (Friday). My buddy is at 30lbs.....I am at 49lbs!! I will try to get that down but there is no way I will get to 30lbs so well done to you! __________________ Peter '07 Suzuki DR650SE - '06 - '04 KTM 525EXC - '03 Ducati 999 2011 TAT; No Reservations

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